I Am

What you think of me
Is a matter of opinion,
Not fact,
But I value it so much.
Not knowing who I am.
You’re the truth.
So, I believe that.

I’ve let your words
Corrupt my thoughts.
Convinced I’m worthless.
One dimensional.
Old and weak.
I’m dying inside,
But my heart can’t speak.

I choose to love
Myself more.
Lift myself higher.
Strip myself of your judgment.
Forging my own path.
Even though it’s hard,
I can.
Even though you say I’m not,
I am.