What Does it Take

Introverted Sage

What does it take to just be
Do I sit like this, do I look like that
What does it take to just be
From the cuts on my wrist to my backwards cap
What does it take to just be
Do I ball up my fists, do I have to fight back
What does it take to just be
From the marks on my hips to imperfections and fat
What does it take to just be
Do I walk in the trap just to get my face slapped
What does it take to just be
From my eyes now bruised black and the cuts on my back
What does it take to just be
Do I have to react just to stop the attacks
What does it take to just be
Me?

~Introverted Sage~

  • Author: Introverted Sage (Pseudonym) (Offline Offline)
  • Published: September 8th, 2023 20:28
  • Comment from author about the poem: More on this poem: https://open.substack.com/pub/introvertedsage/p/confidence?r=29gi64&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web
  • Category: Reflection
  • Views: 5
  • User favorite of this poem: peto.
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Comments4

  • LIZ

    To exists...within your own unique energy! With all the flaws and mistakes, and the in betweens, at peace! At least...for me that's what it means! This is definitely thought provoking! Loved it!

    • Introverted Sage

      That's the idea!
      Some type of balance between the good and bad.
      Thank you!

    • Parisab

      May we all find safety, by making friends with our friends! Dynamic piece-

    • peto

      You really are on fire
      Superb write
      Amazing rhyme
      The content brilliant

      • Introverted Sage

        You're so encouraging!
        I appreciate you!
        Thank you!!

      • L. B. Mek

        as was said already
        a thought provoking read, dear Poet
        thank you!



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