Talented words!

This is more than the lyrics of that famous song.
This is the most significant symbol of self-love.
When you try to be someone else,
your heart hurts and your worth decays.
You are unique, you are beautiful, with a purpose!
That is your mission in life, being you!
Nobody else can do it! I tell you the truth!

Comparing is unfair
since, sometimes, it sows the seeds of hate.
You hate your looks, your achievements, your good deeds.
It makes bitter your daily actions and it clouds your mind.
When fear sets in, a bully emerges in no time.
When you abhor something, you get as acidic as a lime.
A culture, a personality, an accent, diversity or a new way…
The bitterness becomes gasoline waiting for a match to play.

Destroying another soul, so your pain disappears:
Gaslighting, sabotaging, belittling, lying, mobbing, witchcraft,/
and so on
draw a malicious smile, give you a Pyrrhic victory, like the one in Troy,
and a karmic plan to make you pay for it will sooner or later deploy.

You will still be unhappy, fully covered in thorns,
wasting your breath in getting their endless cheerfulness burn.
It will prove to be impossible when strong people come your way.
Be a kind teacher of love, fairness and collaboration instead!
Seek help to find joy and true friendships you will gain.

© Ámbar Varela
Text:  May 12, 2021  Image: October 2, 2017