Identity

Self-appreciation eluded me for quite a bit of time. It used to bother me when people would say, “You’re [insert adjective here].” As I grew to accept my many characteristics, both good and bad, I noticed that I was more at ease, less shy, more confident.

I still struggle from time to time with the concept, of self-esteem, -love, -acceptance, but I am MUCH better than I was 10 years ago as a teen. I suspect that I will be EVEN better 10 years from now 😀

Below is a poem that I have written that expresses who I am!

Identity

Introverted

woman

sensitive

black

intelligent

analytical

honest

beautiful

tall

quirky

athletic

altruistic

resilient

first-generation

anxious

curious

cautious

idealistic

lover

sensual

mentor

friend

BLESSED!

Each separately

does not

define me

but

the sum

thereof

does