Society has always said
"Don't be sad"
"Stop crying"
"Why are you so down"
When they really should have whispered
There, there
Keep on crying
Put on a frown
Jot down words furiously
Tear pieces of papers
Lock yourself in a room
For moment, just for a moment
You're allowed to be sad
Because, truly
The secret of being happy is
To let go of the pain first.

XO, Farihah.


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