I’ve seen people in powerful positions occupy
As much space in a room as they can, they try
To make their presence felt in such a way
That others retreat and don’t have much left to say
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At the other extreme I seem to lie
To occupy as little space as I can, I try
I want to be known through my work, not my appearance
It does not matter to me whether people notice my presence
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But I feel discouraged when my work unnoticed goes
I don’t take up much space, so no one knows
Who I am or what I do, I blend in the background
Words compared to actions make a louder sound
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I realize in societal norms this is rooted
Women not taking up much space is suited
To patriarchal agenda- most men do not find
Taking up more space to be an issue, it’s their right in their minds
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In this competitive world if I wish to thrive
To make my presence known I need to strive
And take up more space than I now do
I shall place myself front and center too
Passion...unbridled 