when we speak of
synonyms
let it be known
that softness
and weakness
are not two examples.
let it be known that
hearts of gold
and welled up tears
do not show signs
of surrender.
but rather, of victory
behind bars, prisoners
who smirk at their jailers
who wear challenging silences
as necklaces
and plant selflessness
against the hollows of
their collarbones.
refusing to cry out
with their lips sealed shut,
with iron fists
clasped tightly
over daisies.
so move your hand
over the waters
wash away
the flames in you.
bravery is determined
by how willing you are
to swallow pain
with calm eyes.
not fighting back
is not weakness.
peace will always be
the answer to war.
and if you fight fire with fire
the whole world will burn.
so open your mind.
cleanse your soul.
the galaxies
will come to you.
// JUST BECAUSE I DON'T SAY "I'M BETTER THAN YOU" DOESN'T MEAN I'M NOT
