08/18/2026
Strength...
Yes. That's a gift
But when it's a trauma response,
Well it can also feel like a curse.
When you have to witness so many others
who just continue to drop the ball
Become enabled time and time again.
Never to actually have to step up for themselves.
Woah is that a rough one.
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& Yeah there are moments where that feels really crappy.
They say well you're strong so people don't have to worry about you.
They say you'll figure it out. You always do.
They say You've gotten through this before you'll do it again.
They say how is it you turned out this good?
They say wow you're nothing like the rest of them.
They say you're a survivor. You got this.
Well I say:
I know
I got this
I am a survivor
I will figure it out
I am strong
I am different
But also...
I'm tired of being all those things.
Witnessing the injustice & wondering why didn't anyone help ME?
So yes, I'll roll with the punches or find a way to handle the curveballs.
But
Sometimes it really does suck to have to be that person.
However
I wouldn't trade it for the world.
Because yes. I am a survivor and I wouldn't change a damn thing.
That is what makes me exactly who I am.
And I'm really freaking proud of me.
Stay strong my fellow survivors. I'm proud of you!!!!