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Maxed Out & Defeated

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Advertising temptation
A credit possession driven nation
So determined, so obsessed
With having only the best
Swipe away what isn’t yours
To compare and compete
Take out another loan
Beg, borrow, steal

Fancy car, you’re in debt
House on show, not your asset
Immaterial, material
Death by debt
Blinded by greed
Termination damnation
They got everything to lose
It’s all taken by the bank
Drowning in booze

Society fueled by greed
Just know your children watch you
And they will follow your lead
Satisfy with society’s norm
You lie awake at night
Live in shameful scorn
Take out another loan
Beg, borrow, steal

Maxed out. Limit reached.
Declined. Exceeded. Defeated.

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    8 COMMENTS

    1. A wonderful, perfectly written piece of social criticism, dear Keith! Too many people appreciate material wealth only, lacking emotional intelligence, compassion and respect for all living beings. A powerful message! xox

      • Yes they do. Spending on foolish items can become a real problem. Many buy on impulse and enjoy that quick rush. When reality sets in, they feel miserable and defeated. The cycle starts all over again. Thanks Elke..xo

    2. This hits like a cold slap, unflinching in its portrait of obsession and debt. I love how it mixes social critique with a personal edge—you can feel the shame, the watching eyes, and the inevitability of it all.

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