The Authentic Individual

 

Sacrifice not one iota of your identity,

defend with valour your individuality.

Forge your own way within the bounds of creation,

and yield not to another's alien notion.

Be the bearer of your inner self,

not some character of deception or stealth.

Look both inside and outside your outer frame,

and create for yourself another new name.

Do not become a slave to the latest fashion,

seek only yourself and do so with forceful passion.

Let your image be a true reflection,

of a person with considerable distinction.

The others will follow the leader of the herd,

but remain aloof with your voice clearly heard.

Be yourself, the person you were intended to be,

and in so doing you will always be free.

Let your essence anounce your presence,

that you are unique in every sense.

Choose how you wish to to be seen and known,

that your appearance is uniquely your own.

Conformity is your dreaded foe,

never ever let yourself go.