What is the central idea of ball poem

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In the poem 'The Ball Poem', the poet John Berryman talks about the affinity that the little boy has for the ball he has just been playing with. To him, the ball is a prized possession that he held close to his heart. However, the loss of the ball has triggered fear, pain and grief within him. To the world outside, it is 'just a ball'. But to the young boy, it is 'the ball' that was dear to him. Thus, the poet advises the boy that in life he will face many losses and he ought to withstand these losses. He should not lose heart but be hopeful that something better will come his way. With the loss of this ball, the boy is learning the lesson of responsibility. Thus, the poem is a message to the young heart not to be discouraged, but to face the days ahead with courage and determination.

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He feels himself growing up very fast as he learns that loss is a part of every day life and life goes on despite it.the sight of little boy pains the poet but he knows that growing up is an unavoidable process.
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