I am free. I am me.

I am not here for your approval.

I am not here for your applause.

I will not dim my sparkle.

I will not lower my voice.

I will not shrink to fit your space.

I will not squash the parts of myself that make you feel uncomfortable.

I will not dress differently.

I will not fit the role you want me to if it is not the one I choose for myself.

I will not stop doing the things that bring me pleasure.

I will not change the words I use.

I will not do things that are not aligned with my soul.

I cannot be bought, manipulated or sweet-talked.

I am free. I am me

Written by me in 2021 - T ♡