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by Sneha Narayanan

Do not judge me by the scars on my face, I am a lot more than the flab around my waist Even at my thinnest, I have always felt fat, Some would say, “Mate, why don’t you lose some weight?”

Why try to follow the crowd? It is fine to be different, say that aloud. Here is a fun fact and it is true, It is really okay, to be you!

Never allow past to influence your opinion, Past is past, for a reason Look in the mirror and repeat- I love myself, Its time you started loving yourself!

The length of our dress, Doesn’t define our consent, Stop shaming and inflicting torment. Stop justifying your irrational demand, By saying that you are protecting,

Our choice of clothes does not give you the right to assault, Do you really think it’s the damsel’s fault?

As long as you have wisdom, Happiness and peace remains, As long as you deliver kindness, Friendship and love awaits.

Today is the result of our past, So think before you blast Tomorrow will depend upon our today, Invest well so that it repays

It is not the sunny times but adversities That makes us clear about our priorities, Indulgence takes a backseat, And minimalism takes the hotseat.