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Cage or Escape

✨ Intro

“Cage or Escape” is a thought-provoking poem that explores the emotional struggle between staying trapped in a painful comfort zone or breaking free into the unknown. It highlights the confusion, fear, and courage involved in making life-changing decisions. Through symbolic expressions and heartfelt reflections, the poet beautifully portrays the mental tug-of-war experienced while chasing freedom and dreams.

📝 Poem

One day, I thought about an escape,
Not knowing exactly when, where, or how.
I took the step, only to realize
This escape would lead me to another cage.

There is no way to escape this hell
But by cutting its bars and destroying the bell—
Whose clack makes a noise
Loud enough to suppress my cries.

The more I tried, the more I tired.
No output came but a lame sore.
I kicked my foot and hand—and so did my heart.
I felt I should rest a bit now.

But the more I rested, the more I was distracted.
I tried getting up from the rest—
It’s the thousandth time, yet I slipped away.
Now I’m somewhere between escape and caged,
Both options testing my patience.

It’s a limited-time chance to deal—
To think, think, think, and then improvise.
I’m hoping I would do justice
To all my failed attempts and cries.

I hope I won’t get misled
By the charm of the cage, a disguising hell.
Time is ticking, and I have to choose—
Make a choice and lock your future.

Escape and cage both charge the same.
Do not forget your past of hardships,
And the dreams you once thought
Of making into reality.

🔍 Outro

This poem gently reminds us that every choice comes with a cost — whether we break free or remain confined, we must face what follows.

Yet, in that uncertainty lies power — the power to reshape destiny through reflection and courage.

“Cage or Escape” urges us to pause, choose, and rise, never forgetting the dreams we once dared to dream.

Because time waits for none — and only the brave turn thoughts into reality.

~ Written By Pragya

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