Just The Way You Are

Have you ever felt like you were invisible or 'too ugly' to be seen?

Ever been bullied to the point of crying?

Maybe starved yourself to be more lean?

Ever gotten tired of trying?

You're not alone out there.

People do the same things no matter where you look.

They may be hiding behind their hair.

Or even behind an inspirational book.

The point is: No matter how you feel, you're not alone.

And if someone tells you that you're ugly or not cool..

Just remember that behind thag disguise of a popular or swag-covered clone,

Is another person who feels like a fool.

But you know what?

It doesn't matter if you fit in or not..

Or if you have ever cut..

You are beautiful and - if you don't mind me saying - hawt.

You are amazing just the way you are.

It doesn't matter if you don't feel like it.

Being amazing doesn't involve having the coolest car..

Or the hottest boyfriend/ girlfriend in town.

It involves being the best you can be - you.

I've felt the way you do now - I've felt down.

I still do, but I think we can make each other smile.

I don't care what everybody else says about your appearance,

I don't care if I've never seen you before.

You're beautiful just the way you are and yes, I'm being serious.

So please, don't let them make you cry anymore.

Listen to what I'm saying and block out their voice.

You. Are. Beautiful. Just the way you are.

Let my voice cut through all the noise.

If I were you, I wouldn't change a thing because in my world, you shine like the brightest star.

If you need help, I'm here.

If you want to simply talk, I've got spare laughs I can share.

If you need a friend, I'm always near.

If you want to forget the world for a bit, I'm always there.

But if you don't want my help or don't need to talk,

If you don't need a friend or need to forget the world for a bit,

Memorize these last few words and talk a calming walk.

Let these words sink in until they finally hit...

You are wanted, needed, and loved by me.

You are beautiful just the way you are.

And if you ever feel alone,

Remember this: I need you, and you need me in order to make the word "We."