“Stupidity lies in not questioning societal norms. Be the madman who makes intellectuals rethink.
Be the lunatic people find unpalatable. Question the things that demand clarity. Explore the paths people don’t follow.
Go against the grain. Challenge the status quo. Find your own sense of contentment and own your individuality.”
Sadia Hakim is a young and emerging South Asian poet, writer, and visual artist, known for her society- and self-slamming contemporary poetry and words that challenge conventional ideas and are often difficult for people to accept, yet many find them relatable.
She writes about dark themes, exploring depression, mental health struggles, alienation, existential anxiety, grief, guilt, and the deeper, often painful aspects of life.
Her work captures raw emotions, reflecting on suffering, resilience, and the search for meaning. She is also known for blending space and science into her poetry, using the universe as a backdrop to express human experiences.
This unique approach sets her apart from many poets and writers of this generation.
She uses plain language to convey her emotions, occasionally incorporating neologisms, which adds to the distinctiveness of her writing style and voice.
Because she believes that the absence of well-established words or metaphors doesn’t mean her feelings don’t exist. As per her saying, she will create her own language and vocabulary, if necessary, to give voice to her inner monster.
She often uses terms like “monster” and “wild beast” to depict her rebellious and fierce nature, especially when it comes to fighting back, learning from failures, voicing her difficult thoughts, and setting healthy boundaries.
In a world where being human is often idealized as having only a kind, beautiful soul, she speaks to the presence of a darker side within us all.
While kindness is a choice, Sadia Hakim believes that true humanity includes acknowledging the darkness we each carry — a force that can engulf others but also serves to protect us from the soft-spoken predators and parasites around us.
And life is all about trying to maintain a balance between this light and darkness within us.
She believes one must know when to use their light to save themselves and those around them, and when to call upon the monster within for the same purpose—because we are human creatures, not divine entities.
In short, her poetry isn’t just about emotions—it’s also about sparking curiosity. You’ll often find her referencing stars, planets, and even medical concepts, using them as metaphors and analogies.
With her love for space, anime, and her background in healthcare, she brings these worlds into her writing, encouraging readers to dig deeper, learn something new, and see the world differently.
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