Underwater Poem About Overthinking: "In A Sea Of Thought"

The turbulent nature of our minds is explored in this underwater poem about overthinking. Do you ever find yourself wondering why a thought you don't want suddenly pops into your head? Or have you ever lain awake at night with a multitude of thoughts circling to and fro, wishing they would go? I know I have!

Take A Moment To Reflect

Beneath The Surface

I wrote this poem in the hopes that defining my constant mind chatter might squelch it somewhat.  No luck for me, but you might see it differently.

You may see unleashed ideas here. Or be lured to a place of calm. Or see turbulence as part of the process of expansion.

Whatever you find in it becomes part of the poem.

The Feeling Of This Poem

This poem carries quiet bewilderment, deep sea currents, and the communion of thought as both object and subject.

It may resonate with those who have a tendency to overthink, or those who feel "scatterbrained."

A Quiet Pause

If you'd like to linger in the deep a little longer:

• Which image stayed with you?
• What "gushing streams of mayhem" are you battling with?
• What directs and steers the flow of your thoughts?
• Is overthinking preferable to underthinking?
  
  
  
  

When You Might Return To This Poem

You might reach for this poem:

• when your mind feels like it has a mind of its own
• when you'd like to view your thoughts through the lens of lighthearted banter
• when deep thinking turns into overwhelm
  
  
  
  
  

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