I am strong

Because I have known struggle

I am powerful

Because I have known hardship

I am successful

Because I have known failure

I am confident

Because I have known insecurity

I am beautiful

Because I have known self-acceptance

I am giving

Because I have known loss

I am patient

Because I have known endurance

I am compassionate

Because I have known suffering

I am loving

Because I have known heartbreak

And I am wise

Because I have known life.

Words by Tahlia Hunter