to relate, or
to escape.

it depends on where the contemplation takes me.

it’s said the only way to reach enlightenment is to transcend—
as to put this life to an end. this poem. this ego. this transgression.
gone.

earth ends the minute i stop and start meditating.

higher self tightens the belt
deserting the surplus
with hopes only
the best is left over.

eyes closed.
mind open.
no, (closed eyes, clear mind)
broken hinges leave the gate naked. wide-open passage.
the nephesh. impressive energetic being.

tell me (ellipses) …
am i trying to relate, or
am i dying to escape.

meditation.