'Alone' is not the onus we imagine

We are capable

of whatever we

choose to be.

Every adversity,

every challenge,

every hurt

strengthens us.

From any point

of doubt or

weakness,

we only have

to believe

in ourselves...

in our abilities.

Especially when no

one else does.

Approval,

acceptance,

and assistance

are all wonderful,

but not required

for success.

(Stop looking to others,

and give them to

yourself.)

The only one who needs

to understand us,

is us.

Trudge on.

***

New Rules

Strike Out, Not In...

Fight Back.

Be Yourself,

at all costs.

It isn't about muscle or might;

we all have the strength of Spirit

and Resolve

necessary to survive

and thrive.

Stop listening to the voices

of dissent,

start discovering the champion

within.

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