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Laughing in the Shadow of Despair

Finding Humor in the Darkest of Places

By DHINESH CRPublished 3 years ago 1 min read
Where humor meets reality, even in the toughest moments

Dark humor, oh so twisted,

A smile on your face, it's resisted.

But once it creeps in, can't deny,

A chuckle breaks, through your sigh.

It's the laughter in the face of pain,

Finding joy in life's deepest stain.

A coping mechanism, some might say,

That makes the darkness fade away.

It's the joke that's so wrong, it's right,

A satire that cuts through the night.

A message, wrapped in comedy,

That sheds light on society.

Dark humor's not for everyone,

Some folks just don't find it fun.

But for those with a twisted mind,

It's laughter, they cannot deny.

So embrace the dark, don't be shy,

And laugh at the things that make you cry.

For life is but a fleeting moment,

And dark humor is but a component.

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DHINESH CR

Hi! My name is Dhinu and I am a passionate blogger who loves to write. I bring unique perspectives and insights to the table.

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  • Test3 years ago

    Such a great poem encapsulating the importance of humour as a tool; a coping mechanism. Really beautiful nd moving piece!

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