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This reads as an image of discomfort with distant or detached happiness, and a pull toward something more intense and human. It suggests that ease can feel cold, while struggle or pain may seem strangely more alive and sheltering. It lands for someone who feels more honest in hardship than in comfort, or who finds numbness more unsettling than suffering.
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Originally said in English.
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About Michael Bassey Johnson
Michael Bassey Johnson is a Nigerian poet and playwright. His work often explores themes of identity, colonialism, and cultural resilience, blending sharp social commentary with lyrical precision. Known for his distinctive voice in African literature, he remains a significant figure in postcolonial writing.
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