“I cannot encourage any fabrication even for the sake of making people feel good. If I were to fabricate consciously and knowingly, I would not only be ordaining myself their enemy, but also ordaining myself God's enemy.”

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.