In this journey to be your
Authentic self.
You may stumble across
Or over people.
And discover damage that you didn't think you could do.
Damage that you may not be able to undo.
Damage which rightfully
Keeps you up in the early hours.
Restless.
The authenticity here, meet its most verifiable challenge.
To remain yourself when faced
With the contents and outlets of you.
Your unknowns. Your recklessness. Your oversight .
May you toss and turn,
In the hope.
That just as you have survived others
Others may also be able to
Survive, authentically.
Despite you.