In a world that often looks at you differently,
You’ve faced the stares, the whispers, the pity,
But there’s a strength in you they can’t see,
A fire that burns quietly, yet fiercely,
A heart that beats with resilience,
A spirit that refuses to be defined by limits.
You are not less, not broken, not lacking,
You are whole in ways that words can’t capture,
You are unique, a masterpiece,
Crafted with care, with purpose, with love,
Your worth isn’t tied to what others see,
It’s rooted deep within, where true beauty lies.
There may be days when doubt creeps in,
When you feel the weight of the world’s expectations,
But remember, you are more than enough,
You are deserving of love, especially your own,
For self-love isn’t about perfection,
It’s about embracing every part of you,
The strengths, the scars, the stories that make you who you are.
Look in the mirror and see,
Not the labels others have placed on you,
But the courage that has carried you through,
The laughter that lights up your eyes,
The kindness that flows from your heart,
The wisdom you’ve gained from every challenge faced.
Your journey may look different,
But it’s just as valid, just as important,
You have a place in this world,
A purpose that’s uniquely yours,
So, love yourself, not despite your differences,
But because of them,
For they are what make you extraordinary.
Celebrate the things that make you, you,
The way you see the world with a clarity others miss,
The strength it takes to navigate each day,
The joy you bring to those around you,
The love that radiates from a heart that has known struggle,
And still chooses to shine.
Loving yourself isn’t always easy,
But it’s the most important journey you’ll ever take,
It’s about finding peace within,
Accepting that you are worthy,
Just as you are,
Without needing to change, without needing to conform.
So, stand tall,
In the knowledge that you are enough,
You are beautiful, capable, worthy of every good thing,
Your differences are not a burden,
They are a gift, a part of the story only you can tell,
Love yourself fiercely, unapologetically,
For you are not just living,
You are thriving in your own unique, powerful way.
And when the world tries to tell you otherwise,
Remember this truth:
You are worthy of love,
And that love starts with you.
Walking shadow poetry Kenya.
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