Category Archives: Cognition

UnWilling

Posted on July 15, 2026 by sputterpub

It didn’t change as I grew more mature –to watch the work I scanned art therapy.I saw the play and felt like a voyeur;I didn’t want to process agony.I’m longing for more objectivity.It’s great, but could be finer’s my refrain.I … Continue reading →

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A Fate Worse than Learning

Posted on July 14, 2026 by sputterpub

She must get off on yelling, I conclude.Her cable died again, and when the Techno-showed, she called and castigated, rudeand adamant that she’d not wait three days.Demanding supervisor time, she booed,she threatened, but her calls were not returned.At last she … Continue reading →

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Imag(in)ing

Posted on July 7, 2026 by sputterpub

He tests as neurotypical, and hatesthe last three syllables. The fellow claimsextraordinary status, calibratesresponses and collects eccentric names.He says he always tried to fan the flamesrebellion sparks, to spike how he appeared.Affecting roles, attempting shock – all gamesunwarranted if he … Continue reading →

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On Empathy

Posted on July 3, 2026 by sputterpub

There may be different kinds of empathy,I gather from a recent argument.Perhaps a stranger’s read more readilythan those I hold to heart. There’s little riskabsorbing bits of personalityoutside the radius of where I love.Like playing cards without a pot, I’m … Continue reading →

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Slippage

Posted on July 2, 2026 by sputterpub

I logged a date on phone and paper too,but didn’t look at home or screen device.Distracted by an argument, I threwattention off, and mostly wasn’t nice.But luckily the other missed her cue,petitioning to alter plans. The priceI might have owed … Continue reading →

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Neurodesirous

Posted on June 30, 2026 by sputterpub

Neurodivergentmeans not trying to be weird,for that’s your normal.

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Base Thirteen

Posted on June 16, 2026 by sputterpub

My stress relief when I was 17was solitaire, with cards, of course alone.Repeated shuffles, deals and decks my scene,for this was long before iPad or -Phone.My mind would range untethered while I played.My worries would abate; ideas arose.My fingers moved … Continue reading →

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Harassment

Posted on June 14, 2026 by sputterpub

I understand I can’t live in the past –all protocols are digital and wide(but shallow). Algorithmic lists are vast,and poorly paid employees can’t decide.But lately I feel prodded and harassedwith emails, passwords, policies suppliedby institutions claiming they protect me –intrusive … Continue reading →

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The AQ Test

Posted on June 11, 2026 by sputterpub

My kids, my sibs, some grandkids took the quiz.And I was shocked to learn my score appearedmore high than even I expected. ‘Tissupport for how I’ve always sported weird.No treatment’s needed, but reactions fizzin me – some locks of social … Continue reading →

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Functioning

Posted on June 7, 2026 by sputterpub

Why can’t they see, and turn the no to yes?The symptom isn’t lack of empathy.Instead of dearth, the problem is excess.Why can’t they see? The theory that seems obvious to meinvolves a toning down, a making lessof stimulation’s jarring quality. … Continue reading →

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