I woke up

A heartfelt poem about hidden pain, family expectations, emotional neglect, and resilience. “I Woke Up” explores the contrast between dreams of love and the reality of everyday struggles.

By Aditi Rai  |  June 9, 2026
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I cried out loudly to the sky to relieve all the tenseness from eyes, cheeks, nose, and breath.

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