In a world filled with judgment and critique
I find solace in knowing that the only approval I need
Is my own
I have spent too many days seeking validation
From others who do not truly know me
Their opinions like weights around my ankles
Dragging me down and holding me back
But I have learned
That the only approval that truly matters
Is the approval I give myself
I am the one who knows my worth
Who knows my strengths and my weaknesses
I am the one who has fought battles
And emerged stronger on the other side
I do not need the approval of others
To know that I am worthy
I do not need their praise
To know that I am capable
I am enough
Just as I am
I do not need to change
To fit someone else’s idea of perfection
I embrace my flaws
And my imperfections
For they are what make me uniquely me
And I would not trade them for the world
I no longer seek validation
From those who do not see me
For I have found validation
In the mirror
I stand tall
And proud
Of the person I have become
Of the battles I have fought
And the strength I have gained
I do not need the approval of others
To know that I am worthy
I do not need their praise
To know that I am capable
The only approval I need is my own
And that is more than enough
I am my own best advocate
My own biggest cheerleader
And I will always believe in myself
No matter what others may say
I am enough
Just as I am
And the only approval I need
Is my own.
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