Bookmarkquinn

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Relationships

What experiences in life helped you grow the most?

I think the most experiences that I’ve had that help me grow, and at first it hurts, but it is being let down by people you thought you could trust.

Like in business, relationships and friendship; you have to look at the situation and grow from it and never let it happen again.

When a friendship or a relationship breaks down and if it is your doing fix it, but if it comes from others, it’s time to move them out of your life or at most minimise your contract with them.

Be pleasant and be nice but learn from the situations and grow.

HAIKU

Spend less time on them.

Five minutes or five seconds.

Spend more time on you.

There are different types of people in this world and you can either spend five seconds, five minutes or five hours in their company.

I have learnt and grown from being treated like trash by people and I never let it happen again.

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Mark Quinn

Mark Quinn, widely recognized by his pen name Bookmarkquinn, is a poet, author, and spoken word artist based in Manchester, UK. With a style that marries vulnerability, grit, and humour, he describes his writing as “words; some from my heart and some from my arse.” That striking blend of the raw and the tender defines his work—and has earned him a loyal following both online and on stage. Writing under the moniker The Mancunian Poet, Quinn has published several poetry collections that reflect his deep commitment to emotional honesty and human connection. His books Life As We Know It and I’m Happy and I Know It are powerful, accessible works that explore themes of mental health, personal growth, and the emotional turbulence of modern life—always with a uniquely Mancunian voice. In addition to poetry, Quinn is also the author of Someday We’ll Understand: The True Story of the Missing Fishing Trawler The Doris Burton, a heartfelt nonfiction exploration that blends local history with poignant storytelling. The book serves as a reminder of the fragility of life and the enduring impact of untold stories. His uplifting title Promoting Positivity continues his mission to share messages of encouragement and resilience in everyday life, while his children’s collection, Edwin the Bear Story Collection, showcases his talent for storytelling across ages—offering whimsical, thoughtful tales that spark imagination and kindness in young readers. Beyond the written word, Bookmarkquinn is an engaging live performer, regularly sharing his work on stages throughout Manchester and beyond, including appearances on Mancunia TV. He also brings poetry directly to his audience via Instagram, TikTok, and Tumblr, creating a space where art, authenticity, and mental health awareness meet. Through every piece he writes and every poem he speaks, Bookmarkquinn invites us to feel a little deeper, think a little more, and find beauty in both the light and the shadows. Learn more and find his latest work at markquinn.uk, and follow him on social media @bookmarkquinn.

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4 responses to “Relationships”

  2. Yes, that’s right. Pain becomes a part of us, we learn how to feel it and live with it. Moreover, it influences our behaviour since it generates a negative feeling. **sighs**

    It it important for us to reflect and identify our pain with a sound wisdom for us to be able to reinforce ourselves to see the light in the dark.

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