“I Lost Me, Again” – By Bhumika Raikote of BA II Year

Picture Credit : Special Arrangement

I lost again

When questioned, silence held my tongue,

No words emerged—except ‘nothing.’

I lost anew,

Judged again on past missteps,

My baggage opened for inspection,

My diary, my only confidant,

Was scrutinized and dragged into the light.

I lost again,

World aware but helpless,

No one beside to share burdens,

Pain remains unspoken.

I lost,

Confidence, emotions hanged on,

Steady hands shiver again,

Felt lifeless and loveless.

Again, I couldn’t help myself

From being lost.

I lost again.

I lost me again.