On the Opinion of Others
Give no notice
to the opinions of others.
They think little of you. Give
them no weight. Hand stretched
warm around your cup,
you are alive.
Your very existence proof
that you are loved.
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Your life-affirming poem is just what I needed today. It’s superbly structured, e.g., line breaks: more emphasis metrically on first line than second; attention primarily drawn to “Give no notice” and secondarily to “to the opinions of others.” Strong word choice and use of rhythm. Thank you for sharing. With gratitude
Thank you!
Love this affirmation!
Powerful command:
Give no notice
to the opinions of others.
They think little of you.
This would be a good way to start every day! Thanks, Pat.
Agree with Nancy! Good meditation.
Beautiful! Every word. What a wonderful affirmation. When I sit with tea and paper and pen early tomorrow, I will remember “Hand stretched / warm around your cup.”
This is such a great affirmation poem. Love “Hand stretched/warm around your cup,/you are alive.”
Glad this resonated with you all