Insecurity

Because my name really is Insecurity.

My name is Insecurity
My middle name is Fear
The list of what you should not do
Or say begins right here.

Do not make me raise my head
And look you in the eye
There’s courage in that motion
And I do not want to try.

Don’t pat my hand and
Tell me that it all will be okay
I know about the world
And don’t believe a word you say.

Don’t tell me to speak up
Because you can’t hear what I’ve said
Maybe I don’t want those words
To get inside your head.

Do not tell me to smile
When to you I start to speak
I’ll smile when I want to
But your world is far too bleak.

Don’t tell me to “just do it”
And be friendly, loud, and kind
It’s harder than you know it,
This is my state of mind.

Don’t tell me to go try the things
That I don’t want to do
I’ll try just what I want to try
And quit what I want, too.

Do not poke fun at how I think
Or on the things I say
Who’s to say you’re way is better?
Your straight and narrow way?

Just leave me be and let me
Be the person that I can
My name is Insecurity                 
And that’s the way I am

Reviews

[Antonio Valentino]

Ahh finally someone who understands how it is be this way.

Is it a cures? I don't know, its just me, thats it.

This was great Nicole!
Antonio

[Deborah Leah Krempa]

Reminds of myself. I definately can relate to this poem, and yet I find strength in writing. A very clear well written poem. Thank you for sharing. Debileah

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I really like this piece. Its name is Insecurity yet the character seemed to know exactly what he wanted. To be accepted for who he/she was and not try to be changed. Individuality. Great job!

[Ferg]

this is a wonderfully crafted piece in which the writer ironically finds herself very secure in her insecurity (or at least what looks to others like insecurity)...kind of like she is saying "back off and let me be! I don't have to be what you think I should be." Nicely written

[Wondering Mind]

Maybe the irony in this was intentional for; one feels the confidence in the insecurity. The flow was fine and the rhyme scheme worded well.

[O!]

This is kinda ironic...its about insecurity but sounds so sure and secure!...hmmmm.....it makes u think...

x,
O!

[Ice Queen of the Vampir..]

Mmmhmm, this is a great poem and I really like it. Nicely written, great job!!!

Heather

[Jenny Davis]

I REALLY like this. I like how the subject is secure in her insecurity...a very cool notion. :-)

[Crazy Cat Man]

this is a perfect poem....others have to read this....for the moment I feel like this :(.... a perfect poem