I have retired from temptations of attention.
I’ve retired from the need to judge.
I’ve retired from feeling like I need that moment,
And I’ve retired from feeling too sad.
I have retired into a place of contemplation —
A place nearby, and where I sit.
I have retired from feeling guilty,
And I’ve retired from needing your yes.
I am retired.
Jul 20, 2025
Jul 20, 2025 at 3:20 PM UTC
I have retired from temptations of attention.
I’ve retired from the need to judge.
I’ve retired from feeling like I need that moment,
And I’ve retired from feeling too sad.
I have retired into a place of contemplation —
A place nearby, and where I sit.
I have retired from feeling guilty,
And I’ve retired from needing your yes.
I am retired.
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