They Believe I Am Strong

What it's like being the best

They believe I am strong,

that I will handle this,

that I can handle this,

They believe.

They look up to me,

confident I'm in control,

to see if I falter,

They look.

They can sense no fear,

As I face this impossible task,

My insecurities are irrelevant,

because they can sense.

They do not see me,

The me so overwhelmed,

scared I can't solve this riddle,

They do not see.

There is no one else,

no one more experienced to try,

no one to pass the blame,

there is no one.

They don't feel the façade,

the illusion of the pillar of strength I am,

how close it is to crumble down,

They don't feel.

They believe I am strong,

and because of it, I am,

I cannot fail,

because they believe.

Reviews

[Shabeeh Haider]

At times we take on responsibility and succeed because people have faith in our abilities.
How we prevent ourselves from crumbling is a different story.
I love the message that you have conveyed here.
There are times when we have no choice but to succeed.

[Dynafox]

Thank you for your great review. That's exactly what I was trying to portray. You may look up to a person being a master of some skill but he may be just as insecure

[Fran Marie]

Many times we doubt our capabilities, we May put on a brave front while feeling.. can i really be That pillar of strength others can depend on...the ending answers the self doubt quite nicely..yes, cause they believe..nice work..

[AliciaB]

This is a powerful poem. Many times people with perceived power or authority, such as parents, leaders, adults in general, etc., are looked to as being the ones with all the answers. We don't even give a second thought to putting our trust in these people because we believe that they are infallible or invincible. But often we forget that they, too, are human beings, struggling with their own fears and insecurities and doing their best to conceal those things in order to protect us. I like the line "My insecurities are irrelevant" because it demonstrates the often unconsciously selfish attitude people can take towards these protector figures - we think that we're the only ones who need help, when really, they need support just as much as we do. I really like the fourth through sixth stanzas, which highlight this insecurity; the fourth and sixth ones are the most moving to me. The final stanza is also very good. It is sad, in a way, but also empowering. Even if you do not feel strong, you are because people believe in you. This is why we human beings need each other. Very well-written expression of some very profound ideas. Excellent work!

[Dynafox]

Sorry it took so long to reply. Thank you so much for you're gracious and thorough review. The inspiration of this came from my job where I picture myself the best, so when it really gets crazy and hectic how I can't crack or everyone else will. Again thank you so much

[AliciaB]

You are most welcome! And no worries on taking time to reply - life is crazy. :)

[Alex Gardiner]

I love it! I think everyone with a hard task ahead with people counting on them can understand this. I would say the last paragraph is my favourite.

[Dynafox]

Thanks for your kind review. You nailed it.

[Johnny]

and believe we should! always believe! and when people believe in you despite yourself then praise God!

[Matching Socks]

Such an overwhelming responsibility though and stressful.
Good poem.

[Dynafox]

Thank you Ana. Trying to capture a feeling. That's the point right?

[Matching Socks]

Exactly. Nice job.

[Dynafox]

Thank you again! 😃

[Pasquale Lorina]

Powerful flow of words, anguish, pain, fulfillment all sensed in this piece

[Dynafox]

Thank you much Pasqule, it's been a while since I took a swing at a poem. much appreciated