i am not a machine (2021)

A quiet collection of reflections for anyone trying to remain human in an increasingly mechanical world.

Written in 2021, I am not a machine is a six-page, 260-word ebook that moves between poetry, philosophy, humour, and ordinary observation without ever settling into one form. Written in Santino Dela's unmistakably conversational voice, it is less interested in answers than in companionship—an honest voice saying, I'm here too. I'm trying to make sense of this as well.

These short pieces explore uncertainty, beauty, frustration, hope, and the strange experience of being alive in a time that often asks us to become more productive, more efficient, and less ourselves.

This isn't a book about escaping the world.

It's about finding your way back to it.

Perfect for readers who enjoy reflective writing, contemporary poetry, and meditative prose, I am not a machine is meant to be read slowly, revisited often, and carried with you long after you've reached the final page.

Details

• Digital ebook (PDF)
• 6 pages
• Approximately 260 words
• Written in 2021