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Identity
Everyone tries to find out who they are. Even as they get older, they still try to find out their identy. I do too, to be honest. Even though I'm writer, I still try to search within myself. And if you feel like you're trying to find out who you are, then you come to the right place (or maybe not).
So I do different things to find my identity. Few of my best options are writing, drawing, and reading books (mostly writing and reading). I feel happy and understood because most of the time, I've been misunderstood by other people (hard to believe but it's the truth).
And I know that people would go out to find themselves. But for me, it's different. The reason why is because during high school, I'm not allowed to go out unless if it's important/necessary. And I know that there are desi girls out there knows what I'm talking about. So it's more hard for me to find out about my identity, including desi girls.
But it's not just desi girls. Another problem wth finding out your identity is also accepting it. And most desi boys and girls have a hard time accepting their Indian culture (maybe not). It's hard to accept it because you live in America and you get used to the culture. So I know how it feels to accept your own culture, because I felt like that way when I was a teenager. But something had changed my life.
I was reading my poem to the class in Creative Writing. It was about my perspective of the world and how I lost touch to my culture (I'm gonna post that on Throwback Thursday's edition). So my teacher/writing mentor told me about this book called The Namesake. If anyone know about it, great! If not, it's about an Indian family that is trying to adapt to American culture while keeping their Indian traditions alive. However, their son is having a hard time accepting his culture.
So if any desi boys are girl are having a hard time accepting their Indian heritage, check out The Namesake. I've read it and had impacted me. Because of that book, I get to enjoy who I am and watched a lot of Indian films and muisc videos. Though, I've watched them before I read the book, but it didn't impact me a lot like the book did.
I hope you all enjoyed reading my post. And make sure to check out my novel, The White Sirens. Available on Amazon in ebook version. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06ZY1N2TM/...
So I do different things to find my identity. Few of my best options are writing, drawing, and reading books (mostly writing and reading). I feel happy and understood because most of the time, I've been misunderstood by other people (hard to believe but it's the truth).
And I know that people would go out to find themselves. But for me, it's different. The reason why is because during high school, I'm not allowed to go out unless if it's important/necessary. And I know that there are desi girls out there knows what I'm talking about. So it's more hard for me to find out about my identity, including desi girls.
But it's not just desi girls. Another problem wth finding out your identity is also accepting it. And most desi boys and girls have a hard time accepting their Indian culture (maybe not). It's hard to accept it because you live in America and you get used to the culture. So I know how it feels to accept your own culture, because I felt like that way when I was a teenager. But something had changed my life.
I was reading my poem to the class in Creative Writing. It was about my perspective of the world and how I lost touch to my culture (I'm gonna post that on Throwback Thursday's edition). So my teacher/writing mentor told me about this book called The Namesake. If anyone know about it, great! If not, it's about an Indian family that is trying to adapt to American culture while keeping their Indian traditions alive. However, their son is having a hard time accepting his culture.
So if any desi boys are girl are having a hard time accepting their Indian heritage, check out The Namesake. I've read it and had impacted me. Because of that book, I get to enjoy who I am and watched a lot of Indian films and muisc videos. Though, I've watched them before I read the book, but it didn't impact me a lot like the book did.
I hope you all enjoyed reading my post. And make sure to check out my novel, The White Sirens. Available on Amazon in ebook version. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06ZY1N2TM/...
Complex Identity (An Early Flashback Friday)
The Identity in you.
It is in you,
But not in blood.
It's complex,
But in different ways.
Sometimes there are rules--
The do's and don'ts.
The how to.
Maybe a struggle to learn.
Sometimes, people want to get away
Like the sense of escapism.
They think think there's no faith.
They think it's a waste.
(Don't be offended, if you guys think it's offensive. I wrote this when I was having doubt about myself. Sometimes, I still get doubts about myself because of tge society and community I'm living in. I know that, one day, we can overcome that obstacle and choose what kind of lifestyle you want to have).
It is in you,
But not in blood.
It's complex,
But in different ways.
Sometimes there are rules--
The do's and don'ts.
The how to.
Maybe a struggle to learn.
Sometimes, people want to get away
Like the sense of escapism.
They think think there's no faith.
They think it's a waste.
(Don't be offended, if you guys think it's offensive. I wrote this when I was having doubt about myself. Sometimes, I still get doubts about myself because of tge society and community I'm living in. I know that, one day, we can overcome that obstacle and choose what kind of lifestyle you want to have).
Where I Come From
My father,
Humorous and loving,
Tends to blame the victim
When he knows it’s his faults
But he doesn’t like to admit them.
Though,
He tends to
Make things better
By talking things out
Until peace is restored.
That is my father
Who is also like me.
My mother,
Sensitive and nurturing,
Tends to worry all the time—-
Even little things in the world
When she knows it’s not healthy.
Though,
She manages
To be strong for people
Who love and need her most,
Despite how she struggles so much.
That is my mother
Who is also like me.
My sister,
Creative and strong,
Tends to be hard on herself
While being scared of the world
Despite how powerful she appears.
Though,
She’s quick,
When it comes to tasks
While making things perfect
For which she desires the most.
That is my sister
Who is also like me.
For years,
I know who I am
From watching my family
And learned how to connect,
Despite how I hate the flaws in me.
Though,
My family
Do not dictate me
Because I make it my own
While I keep exploring myself.
This is who I am—-
Where I come from.
I hope you enjoy the poem I have written for you. At first, I was never, but then I decided that I should since I'm long overdue with my blog post. Stay up-to-date for any story, poem, or updates that I have in store for you. Until then, take care and have a great day!
Humorous and loving,
Tends to blame the victim
When he knows it’s his faults
But he doesn’t like to admit them.
Though,
He tends to
Make things better
By talking things out
Until peace is restored.
That is my father
Who is also like me.
My mother,
Sensitive and nurturing,
Tends to worry all the time—-
Even little things in the world
When she knows it’s not healthy.
Though,
She manages
To be strong for people
Who love and need her most,
Despite how she struggles so much.
That is my mother
Who is also like me.
My sister,
Creative and strong,
Tends to be hard on herself
While being scared of the world
Despite how powerful she appears.
Though,
She’s quick,
When it comes to tasks
While making things perfect
For which she desires the most.
That is my sister
Who is also like me.
For years,
I know who I am
From watching my family
And learned how to connect,
Despite how I hate the flaws in me.
Though,
My family
Do not dictate me
Because I make it my own
While I keep exploring myself.
This is who I am—-
Where I come from.
I hope you enjoy the poem I have written for you. At first, I was never, but then I decided that I should since I'm long overdue with my blog post. Stay up-to-date for any story, poem, or updates that I have in store for you. Until then, take care and have a great day!
