Did you know that I struggle to work with you?
That’s you as the collective,
I should really correct that, and make it clear,
that it’s the fakeness that I must conform to in order to appear -
normal.
To pretend to be happy, not sad, to stay bubbly, not mad, to be loud, not quiet, to hide it, to stop it, to control it, get over it, so I can be the same –
as the others.
I mean I get it, there’s rules and regulations to follow, and I do,
but c’mon! Surely I can still be human?
Allowances for some, but not others,
the hypocrisy that goes on, it’s a joke, right?
But I don’t wanna fight, I just want to be the way I need,
not how I’m expected to be.
Why can’t I just be myself? Can you let me just be – me?
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Jess Boyes
From Melbourne, Australia, I love creative writing and food, particularly a good quality cheese or some sort of dairy.
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This speaks to my current and constant struggle to sustain and function in the everyday life. Very well said, ❤️. Thank you for sharing.
"...I just want to be the way I need, not how I’m expected to be..." These words just captured me. Well done.
"Why can’t I just be myself? Can you let me just be – me?" excellent questions. I wish there were good answers. Thank you for sharing this heartfelt piece :)
So relatable; excellent job with this!
I think alot of us can relate ❤
So relatable! Jess, this is an incredible little piece! I agree!
Very well said, Jess. I agree wholeheartedly.
Omggg this was soooo relatable! I mean is it too much to ask just to be ourselves and not mask how we're feeling. Loved your poem so much!