With a Weakness of Mind and Physicality

Rising above criticism and self critique,
May be a little easier...
For someone accustomed,
To living a life that is public.
And not discreet.

Some habitually hide themselves,
Under layers of choice and voices selected.
And choose words heard,
That flatter as preferred.

It takes courage to step out in front.
To confront opposition and be blunt.
People who fear to have their feelings hurt,
Are usually those,
Who spread gossip with a thirst.

Rising above criticism and self critique,
May be a little easier...
For someone accustomed,
To living a life that is public.
And not discreet.

Some habitually hide themselves,
Under layers of choice and voices selected.
And choose words heard,
That flatter as preferred.
With a weakness of mind and physicality.

poem by Lawrence S. Pertillar
Submitted by Poetry Lover
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