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“Explore Self-Reflection With Newly Released Works From Indiana Poetry Book”
“The newly published poem captures themes central to Aisha Tariqa’s two books “Four Years in Chrysalis” and “Acres of Shadow.” Indiana born and raised, the poet transforms the struggles she endured as a young Black woman coping with grief, adversity, and a precarious childhood into deeply insightful poetry that illustrates the growth that can come from suffering.
Aged 21 and determined to break free from influences that all-but suffocated a young American girl’s hopes and ambitions, Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq gives herself permission to exhale and move forward. In her newly released poem, Aisha Tariqa layers the emotions she experienced when leaving a meagre childhood home with the discovery that a vast world, replete with possibility, awaited.
Hungry for an abundant life built on her own and fueled by inexorable will, Aisha Tariqa draws on self-reflection to realize her potential, and takes the reader along for the ride.
Aisha Tariqa does not deny her past, but instead embraces it, internalizing her resilience and leaving the rest behind.
She encourages her readers to understand the past emancipates while tenacity paves the way forward. She says that when pain and disillusionment are all that’s known, and a person finds themselves somewhere in the interim, it’s a sign they’ve arrived and can look forward to a boundless future.
In a message to her readers, Aisha Tariqa says ‘Grasp all that you are and all that you have become, of your own steadfastness and toil, surrender the past, and move forward toward endless potentiality.’”
“Indiana Poetry Book About Growth & Self-Reflection Offers Insight, Hope, Support”
“Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq is an Indiana native who began writing poetry at the age of 10 and has since started her own publishing company. Her latest poem examines the power self-reflection has in nurturing personal growth.
Everyone knows life is hard but sometimes it can feel unforgiving. Indiana poet Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq has been there, done that, and has just released a triumphant poem that illustrates the journey.
Aisha Tariqa reminds readers there’s power in self-reflection, and that the natural next step when you’re emerging from hardship is growth.
Her poem captures themes central to her two books “Four Years in Chrysalis” and “Acres of Shadow.” If you’re struggling to work things out in your own life, grappling with the whys, and getting bogged down in feelings of victimhood you’d rather shed or ignore, Aisha Tariqa lets you know you’re not alone.
She reminds you that deep inside is a warrior yearning to break free and create a life of self from all the possibilities before you. You really do have that choice. And when you’re feeling defeated, focus on an immediate goal, and then take it one step at a time.”
“Poem About Grief Written By Black American Poet Exploring Mental Health Released”
“The newly released poem revisits Aisha Tariqa’s struggles with depression marked by suicidal ideation that was triggered by her 16-year-old brother’s murder. A self-published author of two poetry books “Four Years in Chrysalis” and “Acres of Shadow,” Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq strives to ease the pain of others while shedding light on the power mental anguish has to transcend all human experience.
Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq says the night her brother was murdered, she’d awoken at 4 am with a visceral feeling something was desperately wrong. Her recently published poem explores the spiraling depression this event set in motion, and how quickly the human mind can reach its breaking point trying to make sense of senseless inhumanity.
Aisha Tariqa says losing her brother left her with chronic burning grief and a mind that could no longer cope. Her poem illustrates the power her trauma had in flipping a switch on her already precarious mental health.”
“Black American Poet’s Book Details The Toll Grief Takes On Mental Health”
“Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq is a Black American poet who began writing at the age of 10. In support of those suffering from depression brought on by trauma, she shares a new poem taken from her poetry book, “Four Years in Chrysalis.”
Many people rationalize mortality by talking about the circle of life. But if you’ve suffered the loss of a friend or family member through violence, you know this kind of grief, sorrow, and pain is its own agonizing centrifuge. There’s no rationalizing a promising life extinguished at the hands of a fellow human being. It can feel unbearable.
Black American poet Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq was confronted by this whirlwind of emotions when her 16-year-old brother was murdered.
In her latest poem, Aisha Tariqa revisits her struggles with depression and suicidal ideation that were triggered by this devastating event.
Now the author of two poetry books “Four Years in Chrysalis” and “Acres of Shadow,” Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq is working to ease the pain of others while shedding light on the power mental anguish has to transcend all human experience.
Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq says the night her brother was murdered, she’d awoken at 4 am with a visceral feeling something was desperately wrong. Her poem explores the spiraling depression this event set in motion and how quickly the mind can reach its breaking point trying to make sense of senseless inhumanity.”
“Mental Health Poet Shares Poem To Black Community, Advocating For Social Justice”
“As May Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq wants her readers to reflect on the impact the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis had, and continues to have on the mental health of the Black community.
The release of the poem also coincides with sobering new figures from NPR. Their investigators uncovered that almost 140 unarmed Black men and women nationwide have been fatally shot by police officers since 2015, which sadly is just one facet of the violence which the African American community is exposed to.
However, Aisha Tariqa writes her poetry because she is not without hope, and the young poet states that she has observed a recent change in public discourse and opinion regarding the sanctity of Black lives. She has witnessed an increasing sensitivity in public conversations about violence in and against the Black community, and articulates that it has become increasingly taboo to speak disdainfully of Black lives.
To capture this change in public sentiment and awareness, and to further progress the ideologies of the broader American community, she is proud to share this poem with readers.”
“Black Mental Health Poet Shares Poem About Toll Violence Takes on Black Lives”
“Young African American poet Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq has shared a new impassioned poem about the toll that violence takes on the mental health of the Black community.
As a vocal member of the Black community, Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq is a tireless advocate for the Black Lives Matter movement. If you want to read something that truly speaks to the heart of the Black experience in America, with all of its unvarnished struggles, the violence, mental illness, and societal disdain and neglect, but also its strength, hope and community power, her new poetry is a must-read.
Her new poem, which is taken from her first, recently released book of poetry, titled ‘Four Years in Chrysalis’, reflects on the tragic deaths of Black Americans like Trayvon Martin and George Floyd. In her poems, Aisha Tariqa notes how Black lives seem to have little value compared to the lives of white people in America and how Black lives are seemingly disposable to America at large. Her poem also emotively evokes how the suffering and tears of the Black community often go unnoticed and unaccounted for by the American public.”
“Poetry Book About Mental Health & Issues With Lack Of Community Support Released”
“The release of her new collections coincides with Mental Health Awareness Month, which takes place every May. This countrywide event offers Americans an opportunity to reach out to the community members whom people observe to be struggling and offer an ear and a hand. With 1 in 5 American adults, some 53 million people, now experiencing depression or similar mental health struggles, Abdul Haqq believes this May is the perfect time to show one’s compassion.
Her deeply powerful autobiographical poetry charts her own experiences of suffering from depression and living with suicidal ideation. As her new books detail, her own struggle was compounded by that of a friend in her community who was also battling mental illness, and who ultimately ended their own life.
Abdul Haqq‘s lyrical writings attest that those around in the community could see changes in this young woman’s behavior, the wildness of her eyes, and the disorder in her thought process, but sought not to act. As one of her poetic analogies reveals, like one cannot expect to walk with a broken leg, one cannot expect to operate with a broken brain. Yet, her community did not give the same emphasis and support for this kind of care, with tragic consequences.
As such, Abdul Haqq wants to share some of her poetic words of empathy and outreach in the hope that they can connect with those who have shared in the burden of poor mental health.”
“Mental Health Poetry Book Shows Glaring Issues With Community Support”
“Young poet and mental health advocate Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq has two incredibly powerful new poetry collections that reflect the glaring issues with community support for mental health in the US.
If you have suffered from a mental illness, you know that although people say that mental health is only in the mind, so is everything else. Everything is in our heads, meaning that when you are depressed, every aspect of your experience is tainted by your sorrow. That’s why Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq is making her passionate poetic appeal that we take mental health care as seriously as we take broken bones and cancer.
Her two new poetry books, titled ‘Four Years in Chrysalis’ and ‘Acres of Shadow’, seek to challenge the pervasive stigma about mental illness that still exists in American society. As the poet describes in her collections, mental health care is often inaccessible to those who need it and mental health issues are widely misunderstood. Her new poetry renders both the conception of mental health as inessential and ignorable, and the way this perception quickly crumbles when a significant event occurs from neglect of care that rocks a community.”
“American Poet Speaks Out About Mental Health With Enduring & Healing Poem”
“American poet Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq shares a poem from her book, ‘Acres of Shadow’ as a commemoration of how far she has come and in recognition of how deeply those struggling with mental illness wish and toil for relief.
If you’re battling depression and thoughts of suicide, you are not alone. American poet Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq shares in your struggles, having plunged into a deep and desolate depression after the murder of her beloved younger brother. Aisha Tariqa’s battle took her to the brink of suicide, until she turned to poetry as a therapeutic release that played an integral role in her recovery.
Written over the course of two years, ‘Acres of Shadow’ contains a gorgeous collection of poems Aisha wants to share for the benefit of those who are battling mental health issues, and those providing support.
Her book takes you on the journey of recovery with reflections of the past sprinkled with some arbitrary musings meant to bring you a smile.
Aisha Tariqa recalls the 12 months she spent going downhill after the murder of her beloved baby brother before she sought help and began writing ‘Acres of Shadow,’ a cathartic body of work that saved her again and again. She says that after a long polar night of utter darkness the light finally began to creep over the horizon.”
“American Slam Poetry Book Rereleased With Healing Poem About Mental Health”
“The release of the poem is meant to help those struggling with mental illness and suicidal ideation find comfort in a kindred spirit, feel understood, and find reasons to choose life. Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq strives to make contemporary poetry accessible to all audiences and is working to raise awareness for the soothing, therapeutic role art through poetry can play in helping those battling mental illness feel connected and less alone.
Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq is a poet who writes about universal struggles and life experiences to convey messages of unity, empathy, and compassion. With the recent release of a poem from her book ‘Acres of Shadow,’ Aisha Tariqa is shedding light on the despondency she suffered over her younger brother’s murder as a way of helping those battling depression find the courage to fight furiously for the light.”
“Indiana State Poet | New Poem About Experiences Of Impoverished Released”
“As such, [Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq] hopes that her poetry book, ‘Acres of Shadow’ will highlight the plights of what some sociologists coin “the undeserving poor” and alter your perception of the impoverished.
Drawing from the author’s own personal experiences with homelessness and poverty, the book will captivate you with her lyrical, moving prose and strong socio-political position. As Aisha Tariqa attests, most destitute people in America were simply dealt a bad hand in life, born into poverty or without a safety net.
Her heartfelt and passionate position is depicted in forceful terms that show how the scant absence of money, which she calls the country’s lifeblood, inflicts those affected by it with years, and sometimes, a lifetime of undeviating pain. You can experience more of her sterling phrasing in the following extract from one of her new book’s featured Indiana poems, called ‘On Homelessness’.”
“Indiana Poem On Homelessness Establishes Young Poet As Powerful New Voice”
“Indiana State poet Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq, has a moving message for her community and country in her powerful new poetry book about inequality.
Young poet Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq wants to know if you’ve ever stopped to wonder what it might actually be like to be poor, or to be homeless. How you would suffer, struggle and fight just to survive another day. That’s why her new Indiana poetry book, titled ‘Acres of Shadow’, serves as a startling wake-up call, showing you the levels of entrenched poverty and suffering that exist in one of the wealthiest countries in the world.
The book’s release comes with the annual census figures, which reveal that this year there are now over 37.2 million Americans living in poverty. These census findings also showcase that the number of Americans who are below the poverty line increases every year. And, with the dramatic rise in inflation witnessed in the first quarter of 2022, they project that these numbers are set to balloon.
As both a poet and an alum of Earlham College and Indiana University who studied nonprofit management and the social sciences with a focus on poverty theory and wrote a thesis on “The Culture of Poverty,” Aisha Tariqa wants you to know that there is a class of generationally and chronically impoverished Americans who harbor great pain but also the enmity of American society – namely, the homeless.”
“Indiana Poetry Book About Inequality & Poverty Adds Zest to State Poetry Scene”
“The new poetry book, titled ‘Acres of Shadow’, serves as a startling wake-up call to readers about the levels of entrenched poverty and suffering that exist in one of the wealthiest countries in the world.
The book’s release comes with the annual census figures, which reveal that this year there are over 37.2 million Americans living in poverty. These census findings also showcase that the number of Americans who are below the poverty line increases every year. And, with the dramatic rise in inflation witnessed in the first quarter of 2022, it is projected that these numbers are set to balloon.
As both a poet and an alum of Earlham College and Indiana University who studied nonprofit management and the social sciences with a focus on poverty theory and wrote a thesis on “The Culture of Poverty,” Aisha Tariqa states that there is a class of generationally and chronically impoverished Americans who harbor great pain but also the enmity of American society – namely, the homeless.
As such, she hopes that her Indiana poetry book, ‘Acres of Shadow’ will highlight the plights of what some sociologists coin “the undeserving poor” and alter people’s perception of the impoverished.”
“Indiana Mental Health Book Shining Light On Inequality Through Poetry Released”
“Having experienced both homelessness and depression, Aisha Tariqa has become a passionate advocate for change, and she believes that poetic expression is a path towards greater empathy for readers like you, and to a more powerful, shared approach to tackling these problems.
She hopes that with the release of her debut collection she can encourage you to reflect on your perceptions of the homeless in relation to yourself. She argues that you may think that you are immune to homelessness. However, as a report from EndHomelessness.org showcased, during the COVID-19 quarantine years, much of America is in fact just one missed wage away from this fate.
As such, through ‘Four Years in Chrysalis’ she hopes to combat the pervasive conflation of homelessness with dirtiness and immorality. Through her words, she believes you will understand that people experiencing homelessness are as human as you are.”
“Indianapolis Social Justice Advocate & Poet Writes About Mental Health”
“Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq, a passionate social justice advocacy poet from Indianapolis is determined to change the way you see homelessness and inequality with her expressive and emotive verse.
Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq wants you to know that you are not immune to homelessness, because almost no-one is. In her new poetry collection, she sets about breaking down barriers and stereotypes while weaving captivating words that you won’t want to put down. Her semi-autobiographical debut, titled ‘Four Years in Chrysalis’, channels her experiences of homelessness and displacement throughout half of her childhood and the first few years of her adulthood, and charts her subsequent struggle with mental illness.
The release coincides with the latest sobering statistics from the National Conference of State Legislatures. They reveal that an estimated 4.2 million youth and young adults experienced homelessness last year, of which 700,000 were unaccompanied minors, meaning that they were both homeless and without any parental figure.”
“Indianapolis, IN Mental Health Poet Spills the Tea About Inequality in New Book”
“Her semi-autobiographical debut, titled ‘Four Years in Chrysalis’, channels her experiences of homelessness and displacement throughout half of her childhood and the first few years of her adulthood, and charts her subsequent struggle with mental illness.
The release coincides with the latest sobering statistics from the National Conference of State Legislatures. They reveal that an estimated 4.2 million youth and young adults experienced homelessness last year, of which 700,000 were unaccompanied minors, meaning that they were both homeless and without any parental figure.”
“Enlightening Poetry Books To Change The Way You Think About Life & Love”
“In honor of National Poetry Month, poet Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq is making her latest works Four Years in Chrysalis and Acres of Shadow available through her publishing company Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq Publishing.
If you’re battling sadness, grief, or the weight of depression, the last thing you need is a self-help book with didactic overtones or a lecture on how you should simply snap out of it.
Poet Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq knows this firsthand, and has found a way to help you through your struggles with poetry that reflects her own battles with loss and deep depression.
Both of her books, Four Years in Chrysalis and Acres of Shadow are part of the introspective Imago Series, a collection that offers you a new perspective on life and love, and triumph over adversity.
Four Years in Chrysalis and Acres of Shadow are profound, insightful, and ultimately uplifting works of art. They’ll help you think differently about the world around you. Aisha Tariqa’s books also give educators the opportunity to introduce contemporary poetry into the classroom.”
“American Poet’s Book On Mental Health Makes Waves In Black Slam Poetry Scene”
“If you are looking for poetry that can both break you down and build you back up, young Black American poet Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq is on a mission to tackle grief in the Black community.
For all those in the Black community who have seen lives cut short by violence, hate or discrimination, Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq has put her feelings into poetic verse for you.
Her writing centers on the emotion of grief, which she describes as a particularly hard thing to swallow. More specifically, her work is focused on the profound loss, sadness and oppression which is often endured by members of the African American community like yourself.
The release of her new book coincides with sobering new statistics from The National Library of Medicine, which show that the burden of depression is shouldered far more heavily by African Americans. Moreover, members of the Black community who are diagnosed with depression typically endure a more serious, chronic, and severely debilitating form of the disease.
Sadly, this unequal burden still exists despite the fact that cases of depression and mental illness tend to be heavily under-reported in African American communities. This is due to the fact that the issue still remains taboo.
In Aisha Tariqa’s opinion, grief is a poison that has been forced down the throats of Black Americans like yourself for so long that you have forgotten what it’s like to be without it.
However, the poet also understands that poetry has long been regarded as a communal way to deal with mental health issues. As such, she is proud to be channeling her own personal experiences with grief and shame and sharing them with you. You will find it easy to connect with her slam poetry style, a medium of choice for many in the Black artistic community.
In her debut book, ‘Four Years in Chrysalis’, she reflects upon the waves of grief she endured following the death of her baby brother due to gun violence.”
“Black American Poet Shares Poem About Grief & Mental Health In New Book”
“Aisha Tariqa wanted to share these words in this article to express her mission: that readers of her poetry will similarly champion the changes that Black communities need to make in order to heal from their endemic grief and the high prevalence of mental illness.
Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq is a determined and passionate young poet. She believes in the power of the written word to attain both individual and communal catharsis.
A spokesperson for the poet said, ‘Grief is one of those things that never really goes away–it just changes shape. The pain doesn’t leave, but Black communities can find ways to live with it through exploring avenues for mental health care and allowing themselves to heal–poetry is one of those avenues. That’s something Aisha found in her own experience with grief, and she knows the reader can relate to it, as well.’”
“Best Poetry Books About Life For A Young Adult Student Audience Are On Amazon”
“If you’re looking for the perfect poetry to inspire your college students or to share with your peers, Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq has two heartfelt new poetry collections about coming of age.
Recently released to a wave of critical acclaim, Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq’s new works have been resoundingly voted in as some of America’s best poetry books.
Focusing on the trials and tribulations of youth, as well as its incredible heights and gifts, her new collections are recommended reading for any young person in America.”
The release of her two new books coincides with National Poetry Month. Since its inception in April 1996, the annual event has grown to become the largest literary celebration in the world, and is particularly significant in secondary and tertiary education institutes.
Aisha Tariqa’s new poetry books are designed specifically for a young adult and college student readership, like yourself, and are striking in their verisimilitude and emotive affect.
Her writing makes abundant use of a slam poetry style and aesthetic, making her works a particularly worthy addition to your college level English class. Numerous recent studies, such as that by Edutopia, have concluded that slam poetry has transformative potential for many students.
The very contemporary style of poetry connects you more relatably with the transcendental traditions of oral storytelling and a long history of written verse. Moreover, as an expressive tool, it enables you to find your own literary voice and grow your confidence as an artist.
Aisha Tariqa’s two new books, ‘Four Years in Chrysalis’ and ‘Acres of Shadow’ channel one of the most popular themes in contemporary poetry, emotional relationships. By exposing her own vulnerabilities and difficulties, her writing connects empathetically to you, her reader.
On the other side of adolescence, she now offers you her gained wisdom, showing you that she has become the brave and powerful woman she now is because of the emotional scrapes and bruises of her youth.
Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq is a talented, expressive, and heartfelt new American poet. She believes that through the beauty of the poetic word, she can reach out to her young readers and make them feel less alone. Her new releases have been featured on a number of ‘Best Poetry Books’ lists.
A spokesperson for the poet said, ‘Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq’s two books of poetry, ‘Four Years in Chrysalis’ and ‘Acres of Shadow’, will allow you to see someone going through a truly human experience that produces something lovely and relatable. These books will give you hope that you, too, will come out of this ordeal with more than just scars on your body. In poetry, an aesthetically pleasing arrangement of words has nearly always been as important as the words themselves, as this author so accurately portrays.’
If you want to be reading some of America’s best contemporary poetry for young adults, you can’t look past Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq’s moving and brilliant verse!”
“Young Spoken Word Artist Releases Performance Poetry Books About Social Justice”
“This April, National Poetry Month, add to your contemporary book collection with the dazzling debut works of young and passionate American spoken word poet Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq.
For poetry that is real, and that really speaks to you, you should pick up a copy of one of Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq’s new books. Her poetry collections resonate with all the rhythm of slam and all the emotional power of lived experience.
Channeling her personal intersectional experiences as a woman of color, the collections illuminate ideas about racial prejudice, geopolitics, late capitalism, mental health, and social justice. They also encourage you to reflect on what it means to be human and how compassion, empathy, and understanding can heal a complex and divided modern world.”
“Poetry Slam Books | Grief/Emotional Growth Spoken Word Poems Collection Launched – Your News Digest”
“Channeling the author’s personal intersectional experiences as a woman of color, the collections illuminate ideas about racial prejudice, geopolitics, late capitalism, mental health, and social justice. They also encourage readers to reflect on what it means to be human and how compassion, empathy, and understanding can heal a complex and divided modern world.
The release of the new books coincides with National Poetry Month, a US-led arts initiative that encourages broader engagement with one of humanity’s most enduring, emotive, and expressive mediums every April.
Aisha Tariqa’s new semi-autobiographical books, titled ‘Four Years in Chrysalis’ and ‘Acres of Shadow’, tap into the timelessness of poetic expression and long-established traditions of oral storytelling.”
“Mental Health Slam Poems | April National Poetry Month Book Collection Released – Your News Digest”
“Aisha Tariqa’s moving and quasi-autobiographical poetry channels both the depths of sadness, loneliness and despair endured by those suffering from a mental illness like anxiety or depression, as well as the concomitant desire for life and happiness.
The release of her collected works is particularly timely in light of the constantly increasing rates of mental health disorders in the U.S. The latest figures from the CDC show that more than half of the country will be diagnosed with a mental illness in their lifetime.
As such, Aisha Tariqa has translated her raw and often painful emotional experiences into the written word in order to extend a hand of consolation to those facing similar anguishes and mental health struggles, and ultimately to offer a note of hope.”
“Read Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq’s Book Of Poems About Mental Health Recovery”
“For books full of feeling that will really move and impact you, Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq has now released her collected poetry, including both books in her acclaimed ‘Imago Series’. Her new collected works comprise two key titles. The first book of poetry that you can purchase is her debut, ‘Four Years in Chrysalis’, which uses a coming-of-age framework to convey to you the turmoils of late adolescence and early adulthood. The second, ‘Acres of Shadow’, plunges deeper into the heart of depression to discuss suicide and suicide prevention.
For Aisha Tariqa, the key to her work is empathy and shared experience. Her work gives both compassion and credence to the experiences of people with mental illness who may otherwise be isolated due to socio-cultural shame or stigma. And, critically, it also provides you with a roadmap to recovery, underscoring that amongst the bad there is always good.”
“Black Indiana Poet Supports Minority Mental Health With Powerful Slam Poem”
“Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq, a poet and mental health advocate from Indiana, shares her favorite poem from her first collection to celebrate National Poetry Month and raise awareness about crucial social, cultural and psychological issues.
Everyone loves poetry, especially that poetry that hits you inside, runs through your veins like an electric shock, provoking your emotions, and inspiring new thoughts and feelings…
…and planting the seeds of hope, growth, and empowerment.
Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq’s new featured poem is taken from her first book ‘Four Years in Chrysalis’ and is part of her effort to highlight the struggles of sexual, religious, ethnic and other minorities throughout the world, sharing stories and ideas that offer hope and empowerment.
Her work is now more relevant than ever, with growing economic and social unrest shedding light on important issues such as inequality, racism, religious discrimination and freedom of choice.”
“Indiana Slam Poet | Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq Celebrates National Poetry Month”
“Aisha Tariqa’s new poem is part of her effort to highlight the struggles of sexual, religious, ethnic and other minorities throughout the world, sharing stories and ideas that offer hope and empowerment. Her work is now more relevant than ever, with growing economic and social unrest shedding light on important issues such as inequality, racism, religious discrimination and freedom of choice.
The latest announcement is in line with Aisha Tariqa’s vision of creating poetry that evokes emotion and thought in its reader. She aims to connect with her audience on a personal level in order to promote understanding and help those experiencing harsh circumstances feel less isolated.
The poem highlights the effects of social injustices faced by many minorities today. These include hatred and violence towards the LGBTQ+ community, the singling out of people of color, body shaming, sexual harassment, and religious discrimination – all of which can have devastating consequences on those affected.
Speaking of the meaning of the new poem, Aisha Tariqa says: ‘This poem identifies the fight all minorities and infringed individuals of the world must face in their day-to-day lives. When you lose your right to self-determination, you lose all control.’”
“Indianapolis Slam Poetry On Personal Development By Well-Known Indiana Poet”
“Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq is a well-respected Indianapolis poet. Her works have been featured by several news outlets as combining raw realism with beautiful surrealism.”
“Indiana Poetry On Personal Struggles – The Best Indianapolis Slam Poems Online”
“Aisha believes that poetry is a powerful method of expression. She writes in a relatable way that cuts through the core of every reader. She believes that universal experiences can be properly expressed through various forms of slam poetry.
She writes, ‘The power of poetry is something to be reckoned with. You can extract pain from yourself, or heal the community as a whole. I found my way out of the darkness through poetry, and it changed my life forever. No matter what you’re going through, it has a power over you like nothing else. As an author, I have seen this firsthand and I’m excited to share my work with you.’”
“Indianapolis IN Slam Poetry – Mental Health Book Celebration Announced”
“Edgar Allen Poe once described poetry as the ‘creation of beauty in words’ – a sentiment shared by Indianapolis poetry author, Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq. As she and the rest of the world celebrate National Poetry Month in April, she revisits her works, including the two books that were inspired by her own personal struggles.
In celebration of the upcoming month-long celebration, Aisha discusses the power of Indiana poetry in expressing feelings that cannot be properly captured in typical prose.”
“Discover Indianapolis Performance Poetry Books To Manage Trauma & Mental Health”
“Are you struggling with mental health issues in your daily life? Discover these inspiring and moving poetry collections from Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq today! Did you know that poetry has the power to heal your heart, mind, and soul? Whether you’re struggling with mental health issues or you’re just trying to navigate this existence we call life, let Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq be your guide!”
“Indianapolis Slam Poetry Mental Health – Overcoming Trauma/Anxiety Book Launched”
“Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq has released her second poetry collection, called Acres of Shadow. The Indianapolis-based poet explains that she wrote the book during a period of mental health struggles.
Having experienced the healing nature of poetry, Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq writes with a view to help those currently experiencing difficulty in their own life. With her new collection, she aims to help others continue in their healing journey to overcome trauma, stress, or anxiety.
The new collection has dark themes, as it reflects the way that she felt at the time of writing. It reflects her exploration for light, and the struggle to overcome trauma to rebuild her life.
Her first book of poetry was written during a time of upheaval and discovery. Called Four Years in Chrysalis, it expresses her journey through life as she questions its purpose and challenges its processes.
Now she seeks to inspire others through her work, whether they are dealing with their own mental health issues or just navigating their own path through life.
Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq explains that poetry has the power to cut to the core of the reader. To this end, she writes about universal experiences, ensuring that she can reach as many people as possible.
Her readers are able to access her work through both volumes and use the words to find understanding in their pain or challenges.
Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq is known for her vulnerable and vivid storytelling. She writes poems that linger after the reader has finished, and she continually focuses on helping to ease the pain that readers are experiencing.
She states: ‘I wrote what I saw: the darkness around me and within me. However, through the faith of others who gave their lives as an example to follow, I found that light is what makes a shadow. And hope is still present even in great loss and fear. Hope is what we hold on to while walking through Acres of Shadow; hope that somewhere there is a way out of this darkness.’”
“Indianapolis Slam Poetry Mental Health”
“Having experienced the healing nature of poetry, Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq writes with the aim of helping those who are currently experiencing difficulties in their own lives. With her new collection, she aims to help others continue their healing journey to overcome trauma, stress or anxiety.”
“Overcome Anxiety & Mental Health Obstacles With Healing Indianapolis Slam Poetry”
“Whether you’re dealing with mental struggles or not, poetry can guide you through your everyday existence. Discover the stunning work from Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq.”
“Grief Performance Slam Poetry Artist In Indianapolis, IN Addresses Mental Health”
“Transforming heartaches into lessons, this performance poet refuses to remain down and stares her demons in their eyes. They fear women like her.
The mental health advocate and American poet explains that everyone has a story to tell, and poetry can be one avenue in which to express it.
Slam poetry artist, Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq based in Indianapolis, IN, invites you to start your healing journey with her two books that advocate for mental health. The performance poet believes that creativity can be a gateway to self-love.”
“Aisha Tariqa, Indianapolis Slam Poetry Artist, Writes On Mental Health & Grief”
“Slam poetry artist, Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq based in Indianapolis, IN, invites you to start your healing journey with her two books that advocate for mental health. The performance poet believes that creativity can be a gateway to self-love.”
“Indianapolis Slam/Performance Poetry – Mental Health And Healing Books Announced”
“Performance poet, Aisha Tariqa Abdul Haqq, relaunches her two books as they reach four years since publication. The American author believes that poetry is a powerful method of expression that can connect with any person, regardless of age, culture, or background.”
“Culture of Success”
“Aisha Tariqa Abdul-Haqq ’13 cannot be reduced to a stereotype. She is an African-American, first-generation college student who intends to earn a graduate degree and lead others. She is a student who struggled academically during her first year at Earlham but will soon present her research at a national academic conference. She grew up poor in the housing projects of Indianapolis, but now she aspires to run a non-profit that would help alleviate global poverty.”