Uncultured Hybrid

As I stared at my reflection Thoughts of self-doubt And a low self-esteem Stared back at me. Why do I only see the negative in me? So I looked again closely And I could see what my Mirror showed me. That pure look of innocence That I thought was ripped  From me. That smile that radiates Like the rays of the sun On a hot summer day. Then I heard my mirror say your smile brings the same  Warmth as the sun to those Who surround you. I couldn't help but smile  A little more and take A closer look. Now I could see the scars  That I often hide because Of shame. I heard it speak again There is nothing to be  Ashamed of.  Those scars are proof  Of the battles, you've won. You are a warrior. I wanted to hear more  But the longer I looked The louder I heard the voices Of people judging me. Pushing me into a corner. My mirror spoke again and said Shut those voices out Perfection is a illusion So look at your reflection And see that you are magnif...

"I am starting with the 'woman ' in the mirror." Michael Jackson Who would you consider to be your greatest enemy? Who is the one person that you stay clear of because they want to sabotage you? It may be difficult to think of someone right from the top of your head. I would love you take some time and analyse the people around. Write a list of names and ask yourself has this person been rooting for me or have they been discouraging me.  If you are surrounded by people who encourage you to follow your dreams. Then consider yourself lucky. We all need a support system because we will not be motivated all the time. If you have a support system make sure that you are someone's support system as well. The people around you need you. If you are on the other side of the scale then you should consider surrounding yourself with people who believe in you. It may not be easy to get away from people you are so used to being around. It's not meant to be easy b...