Stand Out! Poem by Rhodesse Fanche

Don't strive to blend, to fade in the crowd,
Stand tall, stand proud, let your voice resound,
Don't alter your hair to mirror their gaze,
Nor reshape your body in conformity's maze.

Stand out, for within you lies a brilliant hue,
Unveil the masterpiece, the best of you,
You possess the essence, the strength, the might,
Don't try to fit in, let your spirit take flight.

They won't embrace you, no matter your speech,
Their acceptance is fickle, beyond your reach,
People's approval, a fleeting facade,
Even if you comply, dance to their applaud.

Stand out, dear soul, in your own vibrant way,
Their lives and paths need not dictate your sway,
It takes courage to shimmer, exceptional and bold,
In the tapestry of greatness, your story unfolds.

Extraordinary souls bear unique decree,
In their hearts, resplendent qualities decree,
So why encircle their realm, their confined space?
Stand out, shine bright, in your own destined place.

Embrace your individuality, let it bloom,
For within your essence, a symphony of room,
Stand out, for you don't need their validation,
In your own light, find self-realization.

Be the best version of yourself, unswayed,
Let your true colors, boldly cascade,
Don't seek conformity, be authentically free,
For standing out, you unlock your destiny.

In a world yearning for uniqueness to shine,
Embrace your radiance, let it intertwine,
Stand out, dear soul, and let your spirit soar,
For in being your best, you'll forever explore.