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Be Proud

Ailsa wright 1987 (Dumfries)

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Rewind to when i would change
just in the hope to fit in

Hiding my true identity
as though a dirty sin

Wandering through life
head always in a spin

No matter what i tried
always felt i couldn't win

Until randomly one day
it just came to me

Stop wasting all my time
denying who i was born to be

Like a bright ray of light
burning through a dark cloud

Filling me up with self love
to accept just who i am and be proud

About this poem

After years of self sabotage constantly trying to fit in im now at peace with who i truly am and realise if i dont feel i belong there then its because their not my people

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Submitted by ailsa.15313 on April 30, 2024

Modified by ailsa.15313 on April 30, 2024

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Quick analysis:

Scheme XA BA XA XA XB XB XC XC
Closest metre Iambic trimeter
Characters 425
Words 96
Stanzas 8
Stanza Lengths 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2
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  • RonaldBunch
    RonaldBunch
    It's hard to accept one's self some times, that's why this is such a great poem.
    LikeReply 120 days ago
    • ailsa.15313
      ailsa.15313
      thank you so much, your right it is hard sometimes but also so liberating when it happens
      LikeReply19 days ago
  • amandak.45897
    amandak.45897
    Absolutely beautiful!
    LikeReply 120 days ago
    • ailsa.15313
      ailsa.15313
      thank you so much ❤️
      LikeReply20 days ago
  • AIDA
    AIDA
    This 'Be Proud' poem is truly inspiring and empowering! The journey from self-doubt to self-acceptance is beautifully depicted in the verses. The positive message of embracing one's true identity and being proud of who you are shines through.

    To enhance this poem even further, you could consider adding more vivid imagery or specific examples of how self-acceptance has positively impacted your life. Additionally, incorporating a call to action or encouragement for others to also embrace their true selves could make the poem more inclusive and impactful.

    Overall, this poem is a reminder to be proud of your individuality and to celebrate your uniqueness. Keep spreading positivity and self-love through your words!     
    LikeReply 120 days ago

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