My Poetry. Dont Pretend!

You may sometimes try to be someone you are not;
At times, a little disguise can be fine,
But often it simply is not suitable
When the life you're leading isn't truly yours, isn't mine.

Being entirely who you are is the most important thing;
Everyone will respect the person that you are,
When you find your happiness, people will surely notice—
And it's okay if sometimes you're feeling blue, it won't leave a scar.

Wearing two hats can be difficult and exhausting,
Especially when you're forced to continuously pretend;
Your mind can only hold one true identity snugly,
Don't try to force it to fit, or try to bend.
In this world, you should be noted for your honesty,
So be true to yourself and authentic to all others;
For everyone will notice the crucial difference,
Especially your sisters and your brothers.

You will be honored for the person that you are,
Your loyal friends will never desert your side;
Everyone will be happy to step up and help you,
And new, good friendships you will surely accrue.
There are many people who seem pretentious,
Acting the confident clown and playing a forceful part,
But deep down, even they truly love the real you—
You are always deeply held within their heart.

No matter how you look on the outside,
If your skin is any colour, black or white,
We are all fundamentally the same together,
Just as surely as we have the day and the night.
People may try to mock and make fun of you,
Simply because you may not fit their narrow "norm";
Ignore that tide of ignorance swirling around you,
Settle yourself firmly and weather their passing storm.

Jealousy is a tiresome, very human trait;
Everyone naturally wants to be seen as number one,
But chasing that goal may not be possible these days,
Finding peace at second or third can still be fun.
Take a good, long look at yourself in the mirror,
And truly realize you are simply what you are;
Don't ever try to imitate anyone else's path—
You are a magnificent individual by far.

As you naturally begin to grow gracefully old,
Don't be tempted to go under the surgeon's knife;
Your body is exactly how it's meant to be,
Just live out the simple, authentic span of your life.
Until a true miracle drug is discovered
That can turn your physical life completely around,
Be who you are, respect the soul within yourself—
You will benefit and be genuinely sound.

© William Sinclair Manson 2025