Learning to stand ❤️✨

Last year broke me, last year made me wise, Showed me truths no comfort could disguise. Crowds felt near, yet I stood apart, Learning slowly how to guard my heart. I gave too much, I stayed too long, Mistook quiet pain for something strong. What I released found safer ground, Not every shelter is meant to be found. I lost some names, I lost some days, Gained silent strength in unseen ways. When every road leaves you on your own, You learn to stand skin, soul, and bone. So 2026, I walk in peace, No borrowed love, no need to please. I’ll smile with truth, let respect stay, And choose myself every single day. I move ahead, no weight to carry, No forced bonds, no need to hurry. With calm in heart and eyes held clear, I stand complete nothing to fear.