Definition of "Being Strong"

We think that being strong
is being emotionless,
being harsh,
never letting your tears fall,
boosting you fears and your pain,
in you instead of releasing it.
Refusing to admit
that you are sad or weak.

But that is not true;
Being strong is letting out,
all the pain and the tears.
Cry whenever you feel like,
do not keep it
unless you want your heart to burst,
or live an unhappy painful life.

Crying is not a crime
it does not only clean you eyes,
but also eases your heart.
You feel more re-leaved and stronger
when you cry.
Ease you heart and that is what will make you stronger.

Author's Note

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Reviews

[Moomin]

Well said!

You capture the common idea of strength and you rightly dismiss it with your words.

I was raised to believe that showing emotion is weak. But I no longer believe that.

As a man, I find it challenging to exist without showing emotion, yet , I have the perfect example of a man who is the strongest of all. Jesus faced ridicule, persecution and death, for those he loved, inclduing us. That took ultimate courage. Yet, he was the kindest, most compassionate man who ever walked this earth. When I need an example of courage to follow, I think of him.

Good writing.

I wish you peace.

Moomin

[Mr.Writer]

I agree, pouring out our emotions can make us feel much better as well!
I really liked it, as it was a strong, emotional and engaging poem!
Well done, keep it up!