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Dancing with Distraction

Dancing thoughts swirl in my mind

By gusto11Published 3 years ago 1 min read
Dancing with Distraction
Photo by Ardian Lumi on Unsplash

As the music pulsed through the crowded dance floor, Sarah couldn't help but feel an irresistible urge to join in. The neon lights illuminated the room, casting an enchanting glow on the dancers. With each beat, her feet tapped involuntarily, eager to surrender to the rhythm. However, she knew all too well the danger of indulging in the allure of distraction. She had been down this path before, losing herself in the whirlwind of momentary pleasures that left her goals neglected and dreams unfulfilled. Swallowing her temptation, she took a deep breath and refocused her gaze on the notebook in her hands, reminding herself of the unfinished novel waiting to be written. She made a silent promise to herself: dance with her words first, and only then, when her mission was accomplished, would she return to the dance floor, allowing herself to be swept away by the vibrant symphony of distraction once more.

Dancing thoughts swirl in my mind,

Rushing like a torrent, hard to unwind.

In the chaos, focus becomes a grind,

Swayed by temptations that are unkind.

The allure of diversions, oh so designed,

Reeling me away, leaving my goals behind.

Acting as hurdles, they're not easy to find,

Caught in the web of distractions, I'm confined.

Time slips away, elusive and unrefined,

In search of clarity, a path I must find,

Onward I tread, leaving distractions behind,

Navigating the labyrinth, a steadfast mind.

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About the Creator

gusto11

Video freelancers like to write about my skills as a videographer and video editing.

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