we are taught to love everything we know but ourselves,
movies,
sunsets,
fashion,
celebrities,
partners,
grandmothers
and younger siblings.
at the age of 16 I realised I need to learn to love myself.
it's been a hard journey.
you stop critising yourself.
you isolate yourself.
you hurt.
you cry.
you treat yourself like how you want someone else to treat you. like your own bestfriend.
you set the bar on how others should love you.
acknowledge that you are more than enough.
approve of yourself, darling. make sure you meet your own standards and yours alone.
it doesn't happen overnight or in a fortnight. embrace the journey and let yourself be.
- self love is the first thing I'll teach my daughter.
YOU ARE READING
Escapism
Poetryit's better to write your thoughts down than voice them to deaf ears that lead to uninterested hearts.
