“I am not convinced within myself that to its core and as a whole, humanity has, as some like to assume, progressed a great deal over the millennia. Human technology? Of course. Human beings? Hardly.”

Criss Jami is an American poet and author. His work often explores themes of mental health, resilience, and the human condition, blending raw honesty with poetic intensity. Known for his unflinching self-reflection, his writing resonates with those navigating struggle and self-discovery.