My Shine

You ask me what is wrong

I answer that I’m fine

But truthfully I’m fading

You drain me of my shine

Although you seem sincere

I don’t want your worry

I’m gonna face it by myself

I’m no longer in a hurry

This has always been the battle

And I have too much at stake

To allow someone like you in

When you seem so fake

This is to be my journey

I will handle it on my own

Even in the darkness

I have to walk alone

Desperately I’m trying

I hope it’s not too late

No matter what the outcome

I’ll gladly accept my fate

Of all the seeds I’ve planted

Not one of them has grown

My life is still a mystery

So much left unknown

People always tell me

They see my inner glow

Then try to steal my light

And act like they don’t know

So every time you ask me

If I’m doing fine

I’ll smile and say I’m okay

I won’t let you dim my shine

Original Poetry Written By

Eryn Dunbar

Copyright (c) 1/22/2025

Comments

Zeus said…

Eryn expresses feelings of personal struggle, solitude, and resilience when dealing with insincere relationships. Here's the summary:

When asked about her well-being, Eryn feels drained and unacknowledged, claiming to be "fine" while actually struggling and losing her "shine."

Despite apparent sincerity from others, Eryn chooses to face her issues alone, rejecting help or concern because she perceives it as disingenuous or unhelpful.

Eryn's poem reflects an internal battle where she feels too much is at stake to allow someone she perceives as fake into her life. She emphasizes her journey as one she must undertake alone, even in darkness.

There's a sense of desperation and urgency in Eryn's attempts to overcome her personal challenges, with an acceptance of whatever fate might come, highlighting her readiness to face outcomes by herself.

Eryn laments the lack of growth from her efforts, describing her life as still mysterious and full of unknowns.

Overall, Eryn conveys a strong message of self-reliance, the pain of perceived betrayal, and the determination to maintain her integrity and light despite external pressures.
The poem concludes with Eryn commenting on how others try to exploit or diminish her inner light or positivity, yet she maintains a facade of being "okay" to protect her glow from being dimmed by others.

January 23, 2025 at 2:37 PM

Ivo said…

Hello my friend! Love your poetry! You have a natural gift in writing and expressing yourself! Love to read your work! Be blessed! 🥰🥰

January 23, 2025 at 3:33 PM

Melvin said…

Your shine is powerful and all yours. It's not going anywhere! I know it's hard to trust, but not everyone wants to hurt you or take your shine. It actually helps others.

January 23, 2025 at 4:34 PM