To Be Seen

For 5 years after matric, I have been trying to get myself to be perceived in an eye that is right for society. Agreeable, palatable and finally acceptable. All because I internalized someone, no, some people’s opinions about me. I watered down my personality with fears that were never my own to begin with. And

I use to dislike this one specific girl in university and I had no idea why I disliked her. She never did anything to me; I just thought she was annoying and too much of a know-it-all. Only when I did some self-reflection did I realize that she was the embodiment of every single thing

One of the best ways that helped me in shaping my self-concept better was the creation of an alter ego. Through her, I was able to observe myself with clarity and compassion, allowing me to strengthen my new self-perception. She became a bridge between who I am currently and who I am growing into, giving