You

you are worthless

don't you dare tell me that

you are deserving of love and adoration

because anyone with eyes can see

you don't radiate sweetness or affection

I refuse to lie and tell you

that you are a good and unique person

because I would like nothing more than to let you know

that you are the most foolish person on the planet

and you will never convince me

you are a bright light in a dark void

I reject your flawed opinions

that you are warmth and beauty in a cold cruel world

and whenever I see you I am thoroughly convinced

you wake up every day wondering

am I worthy of anything in this life?

Authors note: this is an inverse poem. Read both ways, top to bottom, then bottom to top.

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