I own

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I own the energy I carry
The way I show up in a room
And even what room I choose to enter

I own the choice to say yes, or no
Of being able to listen to myself
And make my own decisions

I own how much time I dedicate to people, things, spaces, and events
I don’t need to overstay my welcome
Or allow others to do the same for me

I own the space around me
And how closely I allow others to get

I own the direction I choose to go
And if I want to make a detour
Stop and stay awhile
Go off course
Or turn around and go home

I own my truth
And who I choose to share it with
Not everyone deserves to hear it

I own my path, my journey, my way forward
As well as my past
And what I’ve done to lead me to become


The above words were written during Monday’s Write Together class inspired by the prompt:

I own …

Grab a piece of paper and give the prompt a try. Then join us next Monday in class.


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