Sophia’s poem explores how music brings tranquility in a world full of stress, but only for a short time — Vivian Zhang
Beats
As I slip the bulky headphones over my ears,
The knot that built up, creating a pit in my stomach
Begins to vanish at last.
My tense muscles relax as I feel the beat of the song.
My defense against the
Splintering anxiety,
Blocking me from the nerve-wracking world.
As I’m in my tranquil state,
Savoring every second,
I am suddenly interrupted by a tap on the shoulder.
I reluctantly slip off my protective armor,
And am forced to rejoin society.
I leave serenity behind and
Begin to feel that gripping knot
Inside me once again.
Until next time,
When I can escape from this anxious world,
I will keep it together until I can come back
To my safe and loving home,
Inside my headphones.