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This is a soul-stirring poem about courage, dreams, and resilience. It reminds us that falling is never failure—it’s part of learning to rise higher.
With its lyrical optimism, the poem celebrates those who keep dreaming even when their wings are bruised, showing that true life burns in the fire of our aspirations.
# Wings of Fire #
I tied my dreams to fragile wings,
And rose against the trembling winds.
Fear whispered softly, “What if you fall?”
But my heart replied, “What if I fly after all?”
Falling isn’t dangerous —
It teaches the soul to rise again.
What truly kills us
Is the silence of forgotten dreams.
Some desires fade halfway through,
Some hopes dissolve like morning dew.
Yet the cruelest death of all
Is to breathe… and still not feel alive.
We are not born to crawl in fear,
But to taste the vastness of the sky.
Let the heart keep its tender flame —
For life isn’t in the beating chest,
It lives in the fire of our aim.
So I’ll keep flying, even with broken wings —
For danger lies not in falling,
But in never daring to dream.
(Vijay Verma)
www.retiredkalam.com
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Retiredकलम 
This is absolutely breathtaking. You have woven resilience and hope into a lyrical tapestry that feels both deeply personal and universally true.
That opening dialogue—Fear’s whisper against the heart’s bold reply—is a moment of genius. It’s a battle cry for every dreamer who has ever stood at the edge of doubt.
But it’s the core philosophy that truly ignites the soul: “Falling isn’t dangerous— // It teaches the soul to rise again.” What a profound and liberating truth. You reframe the very concept of failure, turning it from an end into a necessary step in our ascent.
The most piercing line, the one that sits in the silence after reading, is: “Yet the cruelest death of all / Is to breathe… and still not feel alive.” This is the anthem for those who are tired of merely existing, a call to remember the “fire of our aim.”
Thank you for this gift. It’s a reminder that our scars are not signs of defeat but proof that we flew, and that flying with “bruised wings” is a more vibrant life than any lived safely on the ground. Keep soaring. Your words have truly given us all Wings of Fire.
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Thank you for your deeply thoughtful and heartfelt response.
It is truly inspiring to hear how the poem resonated with you, especially the way you connected with the themes of resilience, hope, and the reframing of failure as a vital step in growth.
Your poetic interpretation adds beautiful layers of meaning and gives voice to the shared human experience of struggle and courage.
It’s a reminder that our scars are indeed marks of bravery, not defeat, and that embracing the challenges of life is where true vitality lies. Your encouragement to keep soaring uplifts the spirit, and your appreciation for the poem’s core message gives me great joy. Let these words be a beacon for all who hesitate at the edge of fear, reminding them that to fly is to risk, but to risk is to live fully.
Thank you for sharing your wisdom and warmth; it enriches the journey for everyone who reads these lines
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Thank you so much for your kind words and warm greetings!
Wishing you lots of happiness and many smiles in return.
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This is so beautiful. I can relate to it so much. The greatest problem for me has always been fear.
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Thank you so much for sharing your feelings.
Fear touches all of us, often whispering doubts just as we find the courage to dream.
But recognizing it means your heart is open and alive.
Every step forward, no matter how small, gently lessens its hold.
You’re not alone—your strength shines brightest because you keep moving forward, even when afraid.
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very nice
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Thank you so much.
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Nice share. Thank you.
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I truly appreciate your kind words.
I’m glad you enjoyed the poem and its message.
Thank you so much for taking the time to read and share your thoughts. 🙏✨
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Yes, my friend. Just keep flying.
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