One central theme that both poems explore is the profound impact of the company that we keep , and how it affects our mental well-being. Dickinson emphasizes the importance of choosing our associates carefully, suggesting that our social circle can significantly shape our future. Poe delves deeper into this idea, demonstrating how our choices in relationships can have a profound effect on our psyche, leading us to actions we never thought possible. Ultimately, these poems offer valuable life lessons that transcend time.

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