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Self Respect Poems - Poems about Self Respect

Self Respect Poems - Examples of all types of poems about self respect to share and read. This list of new poems is composed of the works of modern poets of PoetrySoup. Read short, long, best, and famous examples for self respect.
It is what it is
...Not another word! Keep those thoughts caged, zip it. Or regret it later.. So what if it's bothering you? Bear it patiently. Embrace the undying power of silence. Is it hard to suppress and stay......Read the rest...
Categories: self respect, anxiety, deep, desire, destiny,
Form: Free verse



I was thinking, and maybe it's time to step back and simply detach, to say
...I was thinking, and maybe it's time to step back and simply detach, to say: "Let them lose you." I've poured my essence into someone who never perceived the contours of my value. It's not about giv......Read the rest...
Categories: self respect, fantasy,
Form: Free verse
Premium Member Yesterday
... There are many things about yesterday that helped to shape who we are today. One major thing comes to mind that was so vividly imprinted upon my mind many years ago. I remember it like it w......Read the rest...
Categories: self respect, childhood,
Form: Narrative
Wounded Rare-Warrior
... I’m a Wounded Rare-Warrior listening to the Most High Guidelines Lost it all but I Gain who I am today Self-Love Self-Respect Self-Honor Self-Confidence Setting myself free! I’......Read the rest...
Categories: self respect, addiction, allah, appreciation, beautiful,
Form: Rhyme
Love yourself
...Don't compare yourself with others For neither high nor low,cheers Up standing for the sun in the sky And looking down at the earth for why Being a thinker not for a statue, vividly Moving ......Read the rest...
Categories: self respect, blessing, cheer up, confidence,
Form: Sonnet



Premium Member XY
...There is a change in the air Of supposed men Who reject they have a pair And desire women’s underwear How weak minded To follow this trend Of pretending this gender That you bend To follo......Read the rest...
Categories: self respect, life,
Form: Rhyme
Indian lady
...I think Sacrifice should be women's first name. No matter Where you stand People respect you for bowing down. "Wow, this is called indian lady." It's not something she want  to hear. Compro......Read the rest...
Categories: self respect, abuse, appreciation, deep, discrimination,
Form: Free verse
Trading
...Trading When you are easy to flatter you offer all on a silver platter When desperation is your emotion you will grasp at any false notion Trading your self-respect When you put yourself ou......Read the rest...
Categories: self respect, emotions, inspiration, perspective, poems,
Form: Rhyme
It's Okay
...It's okay to say no and carry on your way.. Know that you are worthy, don't heed what others say. Some will take advantage, and steal your precious time.. It's time to prioritize your own peace of......Read the rest...
Categories: self respect, encouraging, freedom, growth, identity,
Form: Free verse
The last hula hoop
...Let me have the last look at you before you do the final “hula hoop.” Let me have the final look at you before try on your new shoes. Some sizes just don't fit; you have got to hold on to the grit. ......Read the rest...
Categories: self respect, appreciation, best friend, creation,
Form: Narrative
Premium Member To the Brother Keepers
...They know me, still, behind my aged teacher face. They wave to me in my car, running wildly home from school on a sunny afternoon. I smile and wave back, thinking, “my sons know me, still.”......Read the rest...
Categories: self respect, age, childhood, confidence, memory,
Form: Free verse
Premium Member The Struggle is Real
... And soon you will see that inside every impossible is the word “possible”…if only we dare to see it. - TerKeurst, Lysa. What Happens When Women Say Yes to God Devotional (p. 40). Harves......Read the rest...
Categories: self respect, encouraging, faith, god, peace,
Form: Free verse
Premium Member OP-Ed Poetry Contest-A PLEA FOR HOSPITAL GOWN REDESIGN
...Tie-in-the-back butt-baring hospital gowns are humiliating. According to patients, wearing a belted loin cloth would be far less embarrassing. Some say the hospital gown strips self-respect from pati......Read the rest...
Categories: self respect, humorous,
Form: Prose
Old School Vs Youngblood
...Old school is no longer appreciated, been made redundant is anticipated Youngblood’s heart is always on fire, he wishes that old school would soon retire Youngblood expects to be soon a leader......Read the rest...
Categories: self respect, change, conflict, future, irony,
Form: Sonnet
Slice of Cake
... Ever been treated like you’re a slice of cake? By the kind of sleazy men that slither like a snake? They’re not the type to give, they’re the kind that always take. To all the women, listen, an......Read the rest...
Categories: self respect, courage, desire, for her,
Form: Free verse

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