Gazing In To The Abyss

Yogesh Malik
Subtleties of Things & Non-things
3 min readMar 14, 2024

The abyss also gazes into you

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When one delves deeply into dark or negative aspects of life, it can have an impact on their own psyche and character.

Continuously confronting darkness or evil can influence a person’s thoughts, emotions, and behavior, potentially leading them to become more like the darkness they are observing

Friedrich Nietzsche, a German philosopher warned us about it saying..

He who fights with monsters should look to it that he himself does not become a monster. And if you gaze long into an abyss, the abyss also gazes into you.

In shadows deep, I dared to gaze,
Into the abyss, in silent haze.
A realm unknown, a haunting view,
Where darkness whispered secrets true.

Daring exploration into the unknown depths of the abyss is a mysterious and haunting experience shrouded in darkness.

The abyss is depicted as a place where hidden truths are whispered, adding an aura of mystery and revelation to the setting.

And as I peered, it looked within,
The abyss, my soul, it did begin
To mirror back the depths of me,
Reflecting what I used to be.

As you gaze into the abyss, it appears to reflect the inner depths of your being, revealing aspects of your past and the person you used to be.

In twisted thoughts and fears untold,
The abyss held my spirit’s hold.
Yet in its depths, I found a choice,
To heed the warning, find my voice.

Despite the entanglement of the thoughts and unspoken fears within , the abyss also presents a choice, allowing you to confront your fears and find your inner voice, suggesting a path toward self-discovery and empowerment.

For gazing long, the truth unveiled,
The darkness and the light entailed.
To fight the monsters of the night,
I must keep my own soul’s light.

The revelation that prolonged introspection within the darkness of the abyss can lead to the uncovering of both light and darkness within oneself.

It resolves to preserve your inner light to combat the metaphorical monsters that dwell within the darkness.

So in the abyss, I found the key,
To face the darkness, let it be.
For in its gaze, I learned to see,
The reflection of the soul in me.

The abyss is the key to confronting and accepting the darkness within oneself.

You acknowledge the necessity of acknowledging and facing the darkness rather than trying to suppress it.

The abyss serves as a mirror, reflecting your innermost self and allowing you to attain a deeper understanding of your soul.

In shadows deep, I found my way,
Through the abyss, to brighter day.
A reminder to all who dare to view,
The abyss gazes, but you can too.

Successful navigation through the darkness of the abyss, emerging into a brighter and more enlightened state.

It serves as a reminder to all those who dare to confront their innermost selves, suggesting that the abyss may gaze back, but one has the power to gaze into it as well, implying the ability to confront and overcome one’s fears and insecurities.

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Yogesh Malik
Subtleties of Things & Non-things

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