Only in the mind's eye can a true reflection be shown.
The shine of a mirror speaks lies unknown,
The sea of dreams opens a mirror to truth,
Where a visage of one lies and speaks only sooth.

Words can cut the soul as sharp as a knife,
This kind of pain is naught but rife,
Another’s voice can taint your image,
For your reviewers leave everlasting damage,
Words of judgment abstain portrays kindness,
Even if a smile lies on the victim's surface.

Through valleys of doubt and peaks of belief,
In the tapestry of life, find your relief.
Challenges may test the core of your being,
Yet within, find the strength for seeing.

The canvas of existence, painted by your choices,
Echoes of laughter, and silenced voices.
Embrace the hues that make you unique,
authenticity is the language you speak.

As the chapters unfold in your book of days,
Write stories of courage in myriad ways.
In the symphony of time, let your melody soar,
A masterpiece of self, forevermore.

Though the taint of slating bores holes into esteem,
Surround yourself with those who allow it to teem,
In the end those who love create you serotonin,
And allows for self love to build back in.

As your journey ends filled with discovery, love, and friends,
And your knowledge of yourself extends,
You feel the power of knowing who you are,
You are the strongest alloy built into a human shaped bar.