Edward Ibeh Poet Didactic

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Date written: 01/08/2024

Two Voices

                In our heads are
                    two voices.
                       One is 
                      deceitful, 
                     judgmental...

            You're not good enough.
        You're not beautiful enough.
          You're not strong enough.
               You're not lovable.
               You're not worthy.
             You will fail if you try.

          Laugh off these falsehoods 
                     and listen to 
             the other voice within 
                    that tells you 
             the unvarnished truth...

                 You are enough.
                You are beautiful.
                  You are strong.
                 You are lovable.
  You are a trophy to be held up high!
        You will succeed, every time.

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Speaks Volumes January 14, 2024 at 5:17 PM Its great advice my friend, but I will be satisfied if I can conjure a median between the two. Overconfidence can lead to disappointment, in my own experience. Your poem just became a wake up call to me that I must consciously create a mid way point between my voices. Thank you for your (once again) unique and valued poetry. Edward Ibeh January 14, 2024 at 8:07 PM Thank you very much for the wonderful feedback and visit, SV:-) Much appreciated, my friend.

Kim Rodrigues January 10, 2024 at 8:37 PM You are…Edward! Nice! Edward Ibeh January 14, 2024 at 8:08 PM Thank you so much, Kim:-) Blessings.

Vijay Pandit January 9, 2024 at 7:04 AM Powerful message my friend. Your poem dwells in hope and inspiration. Uplifting thoughts! Edward Ibeh January 9, 2024 at 7:49 AM Thank you very much, Vijay:-)

Ink Empress January 9, 2024 at 1:20 AM Dear EI, you always say the most touching things through your poetry! Sometimes we all feel like we are not good enough. And to hear these words is truly much needed for us all. I especially love how you’ve written “ You are enough. You are beautiful. You are strong.“! I hope this reaches many. A fave this is for me Edward Ibeh January 9, 2024 at 4:08 AM Thank very very for the wonderful feedback, visit and fave, Inky:-) You've brightened up my day this morning! Most obliged.