One Day They Knew – Poem by Ali Grimshaw

~ Ali Grimshaw 

and they signed up to become listeners for the collective
pledging their ears to receive the full telling of each
without rejection of a single tale or truth

a willingness to learn this craft of the heart
essential for survival of the whole

most understood this was more than an occupation
it would become their way of being for a lifetime

to cradle the words of each speaker
holding tender the unthinkable

without judgement 

© Ali Grimshaw 2025
Photo taken in Croatia 2023.

17 thoughts on “One Day They Knew – Poem by Ali Grimshaw”

  1. When you know, you know…and sometimes knowing and awareness takes time. I love the last three lines. It speaks of listening and just listening. It’s easier said than done when there are conflicting opinions and people want to be heard. But it starts with patience and being open. Well written, Ali 🙂

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    1. Mabel, thank you for your reflection. Truly listening is a challenging task for me and one that I’m highly committed to. It is a way for others to feel seen and to have connection. Thank you for hearing me.

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