Ugliness
When the urge to cry overwhelms me, I often find solace in gazing at my reflection. Though lacking a traditional mirror, my smartphone’s camera suffices. Yet, even with its beauty-enhancing effects, I still perceive myself as unattractive. The mirror, or in my case, the camera, reflects not just my face but a deeper sense of inadequacy. I wrestle with the notion that those deemed “ugly” don’t deserve the release of tears....