Compliments
On low self esteem...
I don't like compliments
They make me cringe
Words from heaven sent
Sound like soft wind
Blowing right past my ears
Averting my gaze embarrassed
Bringing up self centred fears
You sound like a talking parrot
Please don't compliment me
I don't feel like i deserve it
My gifts to you are free
I'll just nod like I actually heard it
I am sure of my own abilities
Don't tell me what I pretend to know
Your compliments reveal emotional fragilities
Praying more kind words will not follow