Not Beautiful

they say you're not good enough
you weren't raised the right way
they say you should just be alone
no one will miss you anyway
they say that you aren't beautiful
because their mirrors never lie
they tell you not to come back again
but it's only weakness if you cry
they say you'll never find true love
because it only comes to girls like "us"
they say it's better to keep walking
because no part of you is worth the fuss
the voices deep inside your head
are the demons that you create
they tell you everything you expect to hear
those voices of contempt and of hate 
they say you're not good enough 
but if you knew who you were 
those voices wouldn't have the power
to give your heart such a stir 
they say that you're not beautiful 
and when you look in the mirror you cry
but sometimes you can't see your own beauty
because mirrors really do lie
but mirrors can shatter more easily
than the strength you've got inside
let them say what they want to say
because you have nothing more to hide.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Sheehan Avatar
December 7, 2017 at 12:11 PM
Wonderful poem. It has nice rhythm and flow. It conveys a very powerful message. Enjoyed.
Robinson Jr. Avatar
August 9, 2017 at 9:56 AM
Very beautiful poem, JM. Like Kim said, I'm a fan of your poetry. I like your style. Keep the love and knowledge flowing. Outstanding poetry. Love and smiles always.
Coreggia Avatar
April 26, 2017 at 10:52 AM
What a powerful poem full of truth and wisdom, that should shake and even shatter the way we are 'taught' to look at ourselves. A 7:) Amitiés
Williams Avatar
April 26, 2017 at 10:13 AM
Everyone is beautiful and sadly some people try to put others 'down'. Your poem reminds me so much of the poem I wrote entitled 'Elly May' - I invite you to read it and you will see the similarity.
Rodrigues Avatar
April 26, 2017 at 9:57 AM
Okay, i'm already a fan of your writing! Beautiful!
Daniel Avatar
March 19, 2017 at 9:57 AM
Very well written strong poem, Juli-Michelle:) The ending says it all, we must not allow others to stamp their unnecessary opinions about us, what matters ultimately is our beauty before God, our Creator:) a 7:)
Raven Avatar
March 18, 2017 at 8:11 PM
HI Juli, we are all unique and we are all beautiful in God's eyes. Your write comes from the heart and that is what gives it its power. The only ugly people in this world are those with ugliness of the soul. You have written an excellent work. Let your heart always sing. May your pen ever run gold. This has to be a seven and a fave. Hugs....Mike. XX
Melugin Avatar
March 18, 2017 at 8:22 AM
Dear Juli, You write beautifully and from the heart. I applaud your poetic truth. You are somebody very special as GOD didn't take the time to make a nobody. Celebrate! A7,, My best to you! chuck
Neumann Avatar
March 18, 2017 at 3:16 AM
Hoping that the voices will become kinder. Take care, Kai
Johnson-Saunders Avatar
March 18, 2017 at 1:10 AM
I simply love your lines, Juli-Michelle...such a wonderful and important message for girls. Way to go!! Hugs, Rhonda
Parker Avatar
March 17, 2017 at 7:44 PM
we are are alone each one in our own skin, strength comes from character and character comes from strong will, strong will comes from belief in ourselves, the world is as big or small as we make it, outside voices are like a barking dog..all noise, it can bother us if we allow it..I chose not to allow it..for that is what life is..choices..my thoughts after reading your poem dear poet
Neumann Avatar
March 18, 2017 at 3:15 AM
...and it is not all about willpower, when the voices and the conditioning has too many files. Many wishes, Kai
Pigeon Tart Avatar
March 17, 2017 at 9:56 AM
Fabulous write Juli-Michelle!
Pinet Avatar
March 17, 2017 at 9:49 AM
Very well written. Your feelings surface and carry the emotional force behind your words. I believe this poem to be about emotional abuse and the effect it is having on the subjects of this poem. Emile.
Andresen Avatar
March 17, 2017 at 9:35 AM
- Beauty come from within, a touching poem Juli - Michelle - All are important pieces here on our earth - hugs //Anne-Lise :)
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