If you don't believe
that the world can turn
into a Hobbesian-state,
then find a wall
& stare at it until it hurts.
You'll notice
that the paint isn't dry
& the picture will change
with a single blink,
fade with dry eyes
& breathe when you want it to.
You'll see a wall
can be many things;
It can move in a dream
if you make it,
or drape itself in mirrors
& make you infinite,
although trapped,
staring at a wall
& thinking of someone else,
but only seeing yourself
forever
in every direction.
Aug 8, 2017
Aug 8, 2017 at 6:16 PM UTC
If you don't believe
that the world can turn
into a Hobbesian-state,
then find a wall
& stare at it until it hurts.
You'll notice
that the paint isn't dry
& the picture will change
with a single blink,
fade with dry eyes
& breathe when you want it to.
You'll see a wall
can be many things;
It can move in a dream
if you make it,
or drape itself in mirrors
& make you infinite,
although trapped,
staring at a wall
& thinking of someone else,
but only seeing yourself
forever
in every direction.
Hobbes Theory: This belief stemmed from the central tenet of Hobbes' natural philosophy that human beings are, at their core, selfish creatures.
A poem about love, loss & the unconscious selfishness that connects them.
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