Looking Back

It’s strange to me to look at where I was.

I’m no longer the person I used to be.

I’m no longer confined to my corner.

I can step out and lead when I am called upon.

I can face my fears when they arise.

My goals aren’t as far as they used to be.

I am not my anxiety.

I have the ability to be as strong as any other leader.

I can see where I have failed.

I can see where I can improve.

I am no longer afraid to fall.

My strength may wavier.

My heart may crack.

My soul may ache,

But it will make me grow.

I have nothing to fear

Except stopping.

I cannot stop.

I will not stop.

I am charging forward.

I will learn.

I will grow.

And, in time,

I’ll look back

and the strangeness will return.

I’ll be so far down the road.