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Header image I'm the kind of person who is attracted to cheerful, playful, and humorous energy (intelligence with a dash of wit is a cherry on top). Often, when I don't find it, it turns me off. I feel odd, experiencing a mix of emotions—happy, sad, thoughtful, and scared all at once. Loud noises, shouting, and taunting make me uncomfortable. I get scared so easily now that it's hard to open up to anyone. I just want to keep suffocating and wish I could disappear. But something inside keeps asking for one more push to move on. And here I am, sitting and thinking the same thing over and over. I get scared. I just want to suffocate and disappear, but I can't help it. I have a life to live, even though I don't want to, but I have to. Maybe I'll save that for the end. One day, when you look back, you may realize that maybe it wasn't a love story, but a true story. Does it feel like something you’ve always wanted to share with the world ...

  Introduction This poem is a raw and powerful reflection on society's misconceptions about what it means to be a "real man." It came to me during a moment of deep contemplation, a time when I found myself frustrated with the idea of masculinity that many blindly follow. Through these words, I wanted to express the hypocrisy and double standards that often define how we perceive strength, respect, and empathy. The verses are meant to shine a light on the arrogance and ignorance of those who believe they can dominate or disrespect others in the name of power. It holds up a mirror to false pride and toxic behavior, challenging the idea that respect can be earned through aggression and intimidation. This poem aims to question these misguided notions, calling for a deeper understanding of what truly makes someone "strong" or "manly." At its core, this poem is deeply personal, serving as a mirror for my own self-reflection. It was born from my need to conf...