Aplomb
You must always be
The love of your life
Look at the mirror back there
And say: you look great my dear!
Don't wait for anyone to say
How pretty you are
Know that you are beautiful;
Whoever you are
That nose may be crooked
Your skin may not be peachy
Some think you're lanky
Others call you shorty
But why judge yourself
On someone else's bar
Take a bow, dazzle yourself
Shine your own star
Know that you are appealing;
Whoever you are
It is okay to not have
Perfect eyebrows, full lips
It is fine to stop chasing
Those unending makeup tips
Be happy and be healthy
For that will take you far
Know that you are alluring;
Whoever you are
So what if you don't
Have that pretty dress
A comfortable hoodie and jeans
Don't make you any less
These don't mark your value
They are just a layer
On top of your free spirit
A soul that is pure and fair
Know that you are stunning;
Whoever you are
Believe in yourself; and
Hear all the criticism
Blend into a joyous chorus
Of endless enthusiasm
Let good deeds blossom around
And beam like a fresh sunflower
Your joy, happiness, success
Is always within your power
Know that you are amazing;
Whoever you are
Adapted from the original poems posted here: