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

[redd Brick Keshner]

A powerful declarative statement of self and being🙏🏻🕊️

[Beren]

Thank you so much🌸

[redd Brick Keshner]

You are most welcome 🙏🏻🕊

[Everett Dulin]

Dancing to your own song is always amazing, once I really figured it out life gets so much better.

[Beren]

I hope you always have the best tunes.🌸

[keith]

that dear friend is why
i piss in the ocean because i kan
not because it's kool

YOU! got it goin ON GIRL!
p.s. certainly appreciate we are mostly on the same page hahahahaHA!

[Beren]

You are an absolute idol for me, you don't afraid to speak like the others. To be honest, I inspired you while writing this.
I really appreciate you sir!

[Inkspire]

"I am not a slave to my ideas,
I am their owner
That is why they can change "
Loved those lines.

[Beren]

Actually I inspired them from a book, a famous one. But i couldn’t find the writer back :( so I just used here again. Thank you for reading

[Renata]

I like your words and your philosophy, Beren. We are taught values by our parents and we incorporate additional ones as we experience life. They shape the person we become and choose to be. I think staying true to our values and true to ourselves is the only way to live in personal harmony. The strength in your words finely illustrates the character you possess. Always be yourself.

[Beren]

I think the first time when you disagree with your parents, it feels super uncomfortable but makes you grow. I don't know how we our ideas and values are sharping but I find myself in them.
Your thoughts are matter, thank you so so much!

[MCS]

I liked how these lines picked up momentum as I read them. This poem also reminded me of something I read a few days ago. This line from The Enchiridion by Epictetus has always stuck with me: “Don't explain your philosophy. Embody it.” Your poem reminded me of it.

[Beren]

A great quote. I'll think about quote for a while, such an honor for me! Thank you for visiting so much!

[redzone]

while we are all different in that we have different life experiences, there is truth that applies to all of us, whether we want to believe it or not. diversity does not mean each person has truth all to themselves, my truth, your truth, etc. it is more that diversity (a truth in and of itself) is the difference of culture, language, social relationships, nationality, but not in that we all are human, one of the many species found on our planet. the earth is round, whether we want to accept this or not, global warming, caused by human social organization of production, is true, whether we accept it or not, the sun rises for all of us whether we see it or not, music exists whether we listen to it or not. and the list can go on and on.

the things you list, important to you, and help define you and define who you want to be, are part of the diversity of human beings that make for life's enrichments, especially if shared and appreciated by others. Your poetry, like this one, communicates and resonates with all who read it, allowing them to thinks about your words, your ideas and in one way or another discover you as a person. This too is a truth and a part of a diversity that makes us human. Thank you Beren for this.
-Curt

[Beren]

"sun rises for all of us whether we see it or not" even eyes might not know the best all the time... you said great, I think your comment is THE POEM!
I think it's important to move in your own way even when people are not for you there, and trusting your values enough if the fuel. Life moves on, world is round, and we are gonna be just fine.

I care about your thoughts, and I'm really glad you took time to read and comment and being a great listener, and sharing your thoughts! That's all I could ask for.

Have a great Sunday

[redzone]

reading your poetry has been a real joy for me Beren. You make me think and inspire response, and there are only a few good poets at this poetry page that can do this. Your poems have passion, a passion for life, for understanding, and yes, we can only be who we are, but open to seeing the world differently and to face reality and change it and ourselves in the process.

I hope that I am not too old that I have become cynical, but I'm not so sure we (humanity) will "be fine". We (all humanity) is at a cross roads and if we keep going with all the madness in the world, we face the possibility of extinction. Not a very inviting scenario.

So far Sunday has been warmer and sunnier here where I live. I hope you are also enjoying a great Sunday.

[Beren]

This comment caused some tears... good tears.
I mean, pardon my youth but I believe world is mostly a good place, if we don't let the bad people, and if we don't afraid to speak our own truth, I believe we will shine brighter. Maybe I'm being a Polyanna but I choose to stay vulnerable for a while.

Your comments made me happier more than you think, thanks a lot again

[Michael Sun Bear]

This is the first of your poems that I have read and a very good introduction. For me the poem grew stronger verse by verse. I really like the last three verses, a strong finish. I will definitely read more of your work. Thank you for contributing.

[Beren]

Hello! I wrote this with anger and sadness in less than 5 minutes and I wouldn't say my favorite, and I'm really glad that you liked this! Means a lot!
Thank you for visiting.

[Sami Khalil]

Good analysis of ideas, beliefs, personalities, cultures and inner makeups.

[Beren]

Wow, thank you so much sir. I really LOVE your works, and I appreciate your comment💗

[Sami Khalil]

Same here.
You are welcome Boren.
Peace, love and harmony

[Soren]

Be your own person and be brave enough to change. Not victim to rigidity be flexible if it benefits you. A great poem of choice.

[Beren]

🥹🥹 this means a lot. Yes I think we should sometimes be brave enough to say "this is now what I want, this is not something I accept". Thank you