I Like Likes But Favor Comments

I like Likes But Favor Comments

(an online reaction dedicated to all writers and all readers)✍

I like likes but favor comments.

Words give rise

To something more complex

And bona fide.

When looking into me, my mind,

I find I’m often lazy, hazy –

In which case I use a Like.

Psyche gets a certain kick

From folk who bother with a Like;

But there’s a deeper need for straight,

Upfront commitment, confirmation;

Validation without ego! That’s the trick!

Even when a strong critique,

Comments are a consolation:

Comfort and approval.

Views don’t have to love all,

But a comment turns the tide

To luck constructive and instructive

Plucking out the best in you

And licking ego

Healthily.

Like is almost tepid. Near insipid. Nod of head.

Words are hot.

And commenting has got

To to be the better choice,

Giving voice to entering another’s life;

To taking part in art;

To someone’s heart.

So from heart to you,

Say a word or two.

It will do

Wonders

In abundance.

I Like Likes But Favor Comments 6.15.2018 The Processes: Creative, Thinking, Meditative II; Circling Round Egos; Circling Round Vanities Ii; Arlene Nover Corwin

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