the poem speaks highly of how to love yourself – alone, without the need for other people’s approval and love. sometimes, our desire to belong and to be loved is what kept us trapped in an abusive relationship. and i don’t just mean here abusive relationship between a couple. this may surprise you but relationships between and among friends and relatives could be abusive too. it happens normally when one party is the one always giving and understanding.
“you need to control your habit of forgetting to breathe”, “there is a you telling another story of you. Listen to her.” these lines from the poem struck me the most.
Call It Whatever You Want
sarcasm arrogance small insults call it whatever you want intentional or not one thing is sure its meant to hurt you, break you, tear you apart then the worst is yet to come when you finally began to question your self-worth and start believing that it could be true.
sarcasm arrogance small insults bullying at its finest and it happens not only among friends, among classmates among co-workers; but between two people two people who promised to love each other someone is the arrogant bully who when confronted claims to be a victim but refuses to admit to having played the role of a victim.
sarcasm arrogance small insults intentional or not when you start to doubt yourself and it takes you to a darker place walk away before it’s too late.
Michelle Ayon Navajas (born June 23, 1976) is a Filipino poet, writer, and educator. She is a Best-Selling international Poet known for her books reaching the #1 spot within days of their release. Her 8th poetry book, “I Am In Itself Poetry In The Dark,” went straight to the top of both the best-sellers list and new releases on Amazon on short notice. Her 7th poetry book, “It Ain’t Winning If Without You,” went straight to the best-sellers list on Amazon in less than 24 hours of release by pre-orders alone and eventually became the number Poetry Book on Amazon India on its actual release day, soon after the book rose to the best- sellers list as well in all other Amazon Markets worldwide.
Currently, Michelle holds the title of having 4 books published in a row to have made it to Amazon’s Best-Sellers List ("I Will Love You Forever, Too,” “After Rain Skies, 2nd Edition,” “It Ain’t Winning If Without You,” and “I Am In Itself Poetry In The Dark”) and 3 books on Amazon’s #1Hot New Releases/New Releases ("I Will Love You Forever, Too,” “It Ain’t Winning If Without You,” and “I Am In Itself Poetry In The Dark”.)
Her poetry appeared in several international literary magazines and anthologies such as Spillwords NYC, MasticadoresUsa, and MasticadoresIndia. Her poems “Holding Hands” was voted as Spillwords Publication of the Month for November 2021 and “Love Happens” was voted as Spillwords Publication of the Month for December 2022.
She is also part of the award-winning ensemble of authors in two Poetry Anthologies, that are both Amazon Best-Sellers: Hidden In Childhood and Wounds I Healed.
Graduated with a Master of Education majoring in English in the Philippines (University of San Agustin, Iloilo City). Michelle was a former college professor, teaching literature, speech & oral communication, creative writing, drama, and theatre arts. She is also a graduate of Mass Communications major in Journalism (Centro Escolar University, Manila).
Michelle is active in her writing profession and works as a freelance creative writer.
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This resonates fully. I cut away from a so-called friend who spared no chance to point out a real or imagined flaw in me. Not that the flaws matter, but I don’t need that negativity around me.
its so true Reena. we don’t need toxic or negative people around us. life is just so beautiful to spend it with people who doesn’t recognize our worth.
Great wisdom, SweetMich! We can all relate to your poem.
And people of ALL ages get treated like this…wish they could all read you poem, especially the children who are dealing with it.
(((HUGS))) ❤️
I try to keep my distance from those who want to negatively impact my life. The act of existing is hard enough without inviting that into my circle. Great lines, Mich!
This resonates fully. I cut away from a so-called friend who spared no chance to point out a real or imagined flaw in me. Not that the flaws matter, but I don’t need that negativity around me.
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its so true Reena. we don’t need toxic or negative people around us. life is just so beautiful to spend it with people who doesn’t recognize our worth.
thank you for this beautiful prompt
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It’s always good to have a talent like you around.
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Thank you so much Reena..
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Call it whatever …. by Mich Navajas
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thank you Reena..
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I think we all know someone who is like that. So well written Mich.
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Oh, yes Sadje…thank you so much…
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You’re most welcome
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We all have dealt with situations like this. My last job before trucking I had a verbally abusive boss. It took a toll until I had enough.
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Oh my i can only imagine that….
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Very well explained and written, Mich. Too good.
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Thank you so much Kamal..
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Welcome dear Mich.
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This is stunnig indeed. We need to listen to our souls speak and stop paying heed to other people’s narrow talks about us.
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Thank you so much..i appreciate you sharing your insights..💛🙏
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Great wisdom, SweetMich! We can all relate to your poem.
And people of ALL ages get treated like this…wish they could all read you poem, especially the children who are dealing with it.
(((HUGS))) ❤️
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Aw, thank you so dearly Carolyn..🙏💛💕
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You’re welcome! 🙂 🙏❤️
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It always starts small. It’s important to read these red flags and warning signs.
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I agree Maria..thank you so much..
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I agree alone is better than this toxic potion in any relationship.
Two Sides
Cheers Moonie
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Thank you so much 💕❤
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It took me quite a while in life to realize violence comes in words too – to learn to draw clear boundaries against them and make that self care.
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I had the same experience Pragalbha…it took a while though but when i did i was able to immediately stop people around me do it..
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It’s heartbreaking 💔
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Aw, i know..thank you💔
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I try to keep my distance from those who want to negatively impact my life. The act of existing is hard enough without inviting that into my circle. Great lines, Mich!
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Oh thank you Susi..🙏💕
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