I do what I’m told
I have friends
I try my best
But it isn’t enough
I ninety feels bad
A failure
But for some people it’s a win
I don’t want to squash their victory
I don’t know how to feel
My parents tell me
Do my best
That’s all that matters
My brain tells me to be perfect
A perfectionist
Perfectionist sounds good
Perfect
So why is it so hard
Why does it hurt
Why is it just me
Everyone else just
Has a great time
Can laugh away a C
But that grade for me
Strangles me until
I can’t take it anymore.
Comments
I was the same way in high school, and I suppose I still am when it comes to "perfecting" certain areas of my life. It's hard to come to terms with being "just okay" when you have such faith in yourself that you can achieve true perfection. But it doesn't exist. And that faith that you can do better is what will keep you going! Give yourself grace for that C, because you're no lesser for it (especially if you gave it your all), but also don't lose that drive to reach greater heights, either! It's hard to find, but that balance exists.
Thank you. That really helps 😊
This is exactly how I feel, it is worded perfectly and its beautiful
Thank you!
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