Fair in the Unfair - By Kyna Nair

Written By: Kyna Nair

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Kyna Nair presents her profound poem "Fair in the Unfair" as part of the Poetry category in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. This compelling piece delves into the universal struggle with perceived fairness and the intricacies of human perspective. Through her eloquent verses, Kyna invites readers to reflect on the complexities of life and the hidden burdens we all carry.

About the Work

In "Fair in the Unfair," Kyna Nair captures the essence of human dissatisfaction and the relentless pursuit of fairness. Her poetry artfully weaves a narrative that challenges the notion of equitable distribution of life's fortunes. Employing vivid imagery and introspective reflections, she reveals the unseen struggles behind seemingly perfect lives, encouraging a deeper understanding of shared human experiences.

Fair in the Unfair

Original Submission by Kyna Nair

Fair in the Unfair

We complain.

We grieve.

We build entire arguments

around how unfair the world feels.

Too loud.

Too cold.

Too unequal.

Too difficult.

And sometimes,

we are right.

We look around and measure our losses

against someone else’s polished life,

their effortless smiles,

their carefully displayed success.

The grass always appears greener

from where we are standing.

But perspective is a strange thing.

Shift it slightly,

and the edges begin to blur.

Because behind every “perfect” life

exists something hidden from view

another pressure,

another grief,

another loneliness people rarely speak about aloud.

The chaos we believe belongs only to us

often exists quietly

behind every closed door.

Even the people we envy

carry burdens we cannot see.

That does not erase unfairness.

It does not magically balance suffering.

But it reminds us

that comparison is deeply incomplete.

Because comparison only zooms in

on what shines.

It crops out the fear,

the exhaustion,

the uncertainty behind it all.

And maybe fairness was never something

neatly divided between people.

Maybe life is simply uneven

in different directions.

Some people receive opportunity

but lose peace.

Some receive love

but struggle with identity.

Some achieve success

while quietly falling apart.

And some carry invisible battles

while appearing perfectly fine.

So perhaps the truth is not

that life is fair.

It is that unfairness exists everywhere,

just in forms we are not always close enough to notice.

And what we call “the better side”

is often just another life

we have idealized from a distance.

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a prestigious platform celebrating literary excellence from around the world. It showcases diverse voices, offering participants the opportunity to share their unique stories and perspectives. This competition fosters creativity and aims to inspire readers through the power of words.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Kyna Nair for her poignant contribution, "Fair in the Unfair," to the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. Her insightful exploration of fairness and perspective enriches the conversation about life's inherent complexities. We look forward to seeing more of her thought-provoking work in the future.

About Hashtag Kalakar

Hashtag Kalakar is a creative platform dedicated to providing artists, writers, singers and other creative talents with opportunities to showcase their work and reach wider audiences through competitions, features and creative initiatives.