I write to live.
Let’s delve into the art of writing with a purpose; specifically, writing to inspire social change. What are the subtleties and considerations involved in addressing social issues through the written word? Prepare yourself for a comprehensive exploration into the craft of writing that seeks to make a difference.
If you are trying to write like a poet who you admire, I want you to stop it.
I am every jagged edge of rock waiting to be climbed; to see what’s beyond.
When childhood memories are erased, a piece of the soul is thrown away.
It whispers the ugliest words, echoes of those who hurt the tenderness in us.
The photons call out in desperation, for the body to pay attention.
Running my fingers over the scars, I close my eyes.
Depression becomes the battle that we fight with ourselves. Which side of our willpower will win?
This passage from my memoir "Cult Child" discusses a near-death experience I had when I was five years old.
Don’t store the detritus in your body. It will mire down your feet.
Losing my brother crippled me. I laid my body beside his and sang to him about the goddesses as he passed away. I felt like a piece of me shattered with that loss.
Vennie Kocsis 
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