Sneha Sebastian

she already chose herself

Love’s so overrated
I was dumb to choose it,
handing my heart away
like it wasn’t mine to keep.

How could anyone
trace the scars I carry?
How could another soul
love me the way I do?

I buy my favorite drink,
watch my favorite shows,
go wherever I want
no waiting, no asking.

I learned how to enjoy
my own company,
without needing
someone to fill the silence.

Now I know what I want
and it’s not you anymore.

I want me
my growth, my peace, my name,
not a borrowed life,
not love that feels the same.

not just stand in white,
dressed up as someone’s bride.

but to be a stronger woman

one who doesn’t wait to be chosen…
because she already chose herself.