Life isn't long enough to deviate from who you are
Remain honest to what you are beneath the surface
Alleviate the burdens of the heart
Self denial can be bestial
And pent up emotions can only be pent up for a while
Tumultuous, turbulent, suppression eats away at you like a cancer
Decaying and corrupting the essence of you
Concealing feelings that you know to be true
In the long run isn't the answer
What society deems to be acceptable
What they perceive as being objectionable
Should have no bearing on the choices you make
No contribution towards your hard knocks or your breaks
Let the lynch mob start their riot
Whilst you remain dignified, composed and quiet
For there is no need to make known how you feel within
Or overtly assertively impose your principles upon those as ignorant as sin
Retain your dignity and self assurance
Self belief and perseverance
And strive for success until your heart is content
Become predominantly intent
On grasping life with both hands and not looking back with resent
Considering the wishes of others is to your own detriment
Never attempt to conform to other peoples sentiments
I'll fight your corner
Stand shoulder to shoulder, side by side
And forever be your confidante in which to confide
Maintain your persona, always be true to who you are
Because effervescent, exuberant, unique
You're a star.
Beautiful work, Louis.
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