Destined's Micro Mic Poetry Reading: https://youtu.be/06unELKumkYKiara Charles Micro Mic Poetry Reading: https://youtu.be/k7v_acEKVrIIn this episode of the Micro Mic, poets Destined and Kiara Charles share how they have used poetry as a vehicle for healing and combatting silence, which leads to empowerment and growth.Welcome to the Micro Mic, a poetry reading series by diVERSES in Columbus Ohio where we feature a poet for our intimate studio, following their performance with a discussion around their work and poetry. If you are interested in poems/poetry, you'll enjoy hearing this feature!Get all of the Micro Mic episodes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ou3Jg82QIz8&list=PLdlbw-VbM6bZ19jT7Dgzn1QowkmouWL6VA born and raised Columbus Poet inspired by the history and magic living in these streets, Destined's relationship with poetry is the anchor she used to keep herself sane and helped her find her way back to happiness. After winning first place in the Poetry slam at Columbus State she graduated and hit those same streets in hopes her words could help heal something in someone else.Who is Kiara?I am not just a poet—I am a witness to what the soul has survived.A weaver of truth,pulling language from the spacesmost people spend their lives avoiding.My words are not written…they are remembered.Rooted in healing, legacy, and divine timing,I speak for the versions of usthat didn’t have language yet—and for the ones still becoming.I am Kiara Charles*Welcome to our poetry channel at diVERSES! Whether you're a seasoned poetry enthusiast or just beginning your journey into writing, this discussion will help inform your development in poetry🔍 What You'll Discover:The importance of questioning while reading poetry.Practical tips for asking insightful questions.How questioning enhances comprehension and appreciation.Examples of question-driven analysis applied to popular poems.Strategies for incorporating questioning into your own reading practice.The broader benefits of critical thinking fostered through poetic inquiry.🎓 Join us as we embark on a journey of discovery through the rich landscapes of poetry, where every question unlocks a new layer of meaning and understanding. Don't miss out on this opportunity to deepen your connection with literature and broaden your perspective on life.Let's embark on this poetic journey together and uncover the profound truths that lie within the lines. Share your thoughts and insights in the comments below—we'd love to hear from you!diVERSES was founded by poet Geoff Anderson in Columbus, Ohio to help writers achieve creative and financial independence#poems #diverses #MicroMic