Expectations

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When will it be enough? 

Perfect hair, perfect smile

Lost weight once in a while


Fit into the box.

Fix this, adjust that.

Be the right person.

Wear the right hat.


Have lots of friends.

Be sure to fit in

Gain more followers.

That's how you win.


What about strength?

What about smarts?

What about simply having a kind heart?


Instead, be who you are.

Hold your head high.

Wish big dreams.

Reach for the sky.


Validation from others is not the right way.

Go by how you feel, and not what others say.


Too much pressure

Influences left and right.

Be the kind person.

Who can sleep peacefully at night.


Don't judge to be accepted.

Don't accept being judged.

Be true to yourself.

Is that really asking much?


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