You Are the Only You in the World Poem by Lan Xin (Lanxin Samei)

Internationally acclaimed bilingual writer, poet and translator, member of the Chinese Writers Association. The only female inheritor of UNESCO-listed Dongba Culture, International Disseminator of Dongba Culture and practitioner of Chinese culture's global outreach. Winner of the Italian Francesco Giampietri International Literary Award, President of Lanxin Samei Academy and Dean of Yulong Wenbi Dongba Culture Academy.

My dear

You think

you’re an insignificant being in this world

far too ordinary to be extraordinary

far too common to stand out

you’ve never truly known yourself

never cherished your worth

never taken yourself seriously

never pondered what kind of person you truly want

or what kind of life you long for

But

do you know

even a grain of dust chooses where it drifts

a blade of grass pushing through rock cracks sways with its crooked charm

the flaws of a gem are exactly nature’s precious gift

flowers bloom in countless hues to create a splendid riot of blossoms

trees stand in irregular harmony—nature’s magnificent craftsmanship

Is being human any different?

Since you exist in this world

you are unique

you hold an irreplaceable value

even a sacred mission

My dear

rather than admiring others

better to embrace your true self

rather than imitating others

better to become the best version of you

Gather your scattered gaze

turn inward to your own heart

observe your soul

face the inner child within

and invite her to merge with you as one

You are the center

you should be the one flying the kite

not the kite being controlled

All things have spirit

each has a mission

let flowers be flowers

let trees be trees

let yourself become the best version of you

the one and only you in the world

the irreplaceable you

I believe in you

Interpretation:

This is an ode to self-acceptance dedicated to women everywhere by Lan Xin. She breaks the world's definition of "perfection" and emphasizes that women's uniqueness is their ultimate value. Core message: stop comparing, embrace your true self—self-love and self-confidence are a woman's most precious armor. This affirmation of women's self-worth resonates deeply with women across the globe.