my own path, my own truth

I believe that people exist with their values

I am not a slave to my ideas,

I am their owner 

 That is why they can change 

 But values ​​determine my colors 

 If I am too afraid to stand behind them, I do not trust myself. 

 Not everyone will walk the same path as me 

 We will not wear the same colors with all my loved ones 

 We will all carry different shells of different ideologies 

 and this is how our world will be enriched 

 There will be fractures where fear and insecurity shine 

 And our paths will diverge 

 I will exist with my values.

 I will believe that goodness can grow a flower 

 And that I cannot be the best in every story. 

 There were times when i cursed the boys I used to kiss, with the same mouth. 

 There were times when I cried and begged at the gravestones, 

 and there were times when I came back saying "there is nothing here"

 At the end of the day, I always stayed with myself. 

 Because no one else combed my hair as much as I did 

 No one loves all my favorite songs.

No one knows me better than I do 

 And I'm here with my own book and pen 

Whether it works or not 

 I don't want to hide from the sun in the shadow of someone else's courage, 

 I'm going to go out into the sun.

 Whether you come or not

Reviews

[Alice Reiht]

Beren, your poem "My own path, my own truth" is a beautiful meditation on personal growth, individuality, and the courage to stand by one's own beliefs. The metaphor of colors and paths illustrates the diversity of human experience and the importance of authenticity. The acknowledgment of fear and insecurity, and the acceptance of divergence, adds a layer of depth to the narrative of self-discovery.

The lines about past loves and personal growth are particularly poignant, reflecting on the bitterness that can accompany change and the ultimate strength found within oneself. The assertion of independence and the desire to face the sun without the shadow of another's courage is inspiring. It's a powerful declaration of self-love and self-reliance.

Keep up your amazing work, your writings are truly a pleasure to read. :)

[Beren]

You are one of a kind. First, i am grateful FOR you; second, I am grateful TO you.
Your words and yourself will always be welcome here. thank you thank you THANK YOU❤️‍🩹

[Alice Reiht]

Of course, Beren! Your works are always beautiful, and I look forward to each one to come. :D

[Kady R.]

Hellooo Beren!!! This was a wonderful poem with many affirmations in it that I truly enjoy to soak up during the day. It is indeed true all we can be is ourselves. To live with and to die with. Broken or not. There were a couple of points that stood out to me, crying in the grave and keeping the values like a color. It's nice to see that yes it's cool we are all different and there is nothing wrong with that, and also there are times we grieve for the things that were regrettable. Wonderful writing thank you for sharing🤗🤗🤗🤗

[Beren]

HELLOO!!! OMG thank you so much for visiting and taking time to read and comment😭 This is so sweet, I am so happy that you find a piece from you🌸 Wishing you a great week!

[Beren]

YOU SAID SO WELL! Your words are another poem!

[Kady R.]

Thanks Beren!! That is very sweet and kind of you to say. Your definitely a very sweet hearted person with a lot to share and say. It's inspiring!!!🤗🤗🤗 Definitely pleasure to read

[poetry-kiddo alienbaba]

This writer grows on you as you read her works and pieces...
A sad mind-gripping saga of unrequited love through escapism in the afterlife
A sadder heart-breaking pain where she confesses it wasn't all in vain..
In the final throes of loneliness she vows to break free from whatever it is that holds her back...
be it a temporal kiss
or the memory of cursed Popeyes
its now a one way trip to Constantinople

[Beren]

Wow thank you so much... this is such a nice comment.

[poetry-kiddo alienbaba]

You are welcome

[Coyote Poetry]

The problem with our world today is Beren. They believe we are all the same. We are not.
(I don't want to hide from the sun in the shadow of someone else's courage,
I'm going to go out into the sun.
Whether you come or not)
I agree with the above lines. I told my children, my grandchildren. Seek, watch and pay attention. Never trust the media. Thank you my friend for sharing the outstanding poetry. I did enjoy.
Coyote

[Beren]

Ahh your comments are always welcome here sir! Thank you so much. Never trust the media, right!

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome Beren. Today media. Government controlled. Hard to know the truth.

[Julie McCarthy (juliesp..]

The second and third line wow wow fabulous
Loved this write one of your best

[Beren]

Ah THANK YOU! I love your comments

[Julie McCarthy (juliespenhere)]

You are welcome 🙏

[Pete]

introspective. a shining example of self-affirmation. very honest, telling and relatable. it is good to take stock of ourselves put a stake in the ground. a much enjoyed, liberating read.

[Beren]

Thank you so much sir! Much appreciated!

[Desert Knave]

I like it. Values being able to change is the real sign of growth / learning. ~Jim

[Beren]

Thank you, glad you liked this!

[Arundass TP]

A powerful poem. Each line is so powerful as it gives something to the reader. Great

[Beren]

Wow thank you so much sir!

[Arundass TP]

Welcome friend 😊

[Dylan Macadham]

"To thine own self be true." 'Hamlet'
You and Shakespeare are on the same path :)
Good Write Beren!

[Beren]

Today I just bought a new Shakespeare book! That must be a sign, right? Thank you🌸

[Dylan Macadham]

Haha, yes a Sign :)

[Thomas W Case]

Tremendous work. It feels powerful and alive. You are a philosopher here. Excellent.

[Beren]

Ah thank you so much sir, i appreciate it🌸