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The Unseen Warriors: A Poetic Journey through Unemployment

Unemployment Journey

By Johnte OfficialPublished 3 years ago 1 min read
The Unseen Warriors: A Poetic Journey through Unemployment
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In the realm of shattered dreams and hope's demise,

Where shadows linger beneath sorrowed skies,

There lies a poignant tale of struggle untold,

A silent battle fought by the unemployed bold.

Unemployment, a specter with a heavy weight,

Leaving hearts burdened by an uncertain fate,

The dignity of work, a treasure now lost,

Leaving souls adrift, paying an unbearable cost.

In the hollow corridors of countless resumes,

Echoes of yearning, seeking a chance to enthuse,

Skills and talents, honed with fervent pride,

Now languish in silence, unable to provide.

Whispers of despair haunt the restless nights,

As empty pockets bear witness to life's cruel slights,

Families strained by the strain of scarcity,

Longing for relief from this grim disparity.

But in this darkness, a flicker of hope remains,

A resilience that defies the weight of life's strains,

Unemployment, a chapter, not the final verse,

For within the depths of struggle, strength will immerse.

Through the trials of rejection and despair's grip,

Comes a determination that refuses to slip,

Unemployed souls rise with unwavering might,

Seeking new horizons, ready to take flight.

Though doors may close, new paths shall arise,

As resilience breeds the dawn of enterprise,

Unemployment, a chapter in life's grand story,

One that shall not define, but inspire glory.

So let us unite, extend a helping hand,

Empathy and support, a beacon in this land,

Together we stand, in solidarity we'll be,

Nurturing dreams, igniting opportunity.

For in the tapestry of life, the unemployed find,

Strength in their spirit, resilience in their mind,

And as they rise above the ashes of despair,

Their light shines bright, a testament to dare.

Unemployment, a battle fought with grace,

With unwavering spirit, they'll find their rightful place,

For within each heart lies the power to ignite,

A new chapter of triumph, a future burning bright.

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