September 9, 2025

Reflection #21: Walk Out of the Room

Beginning Again

Reflection #21: Walk Out of the Room

How freeing it is… 

to stand in my own truth
to know I hold the power
to walk out of any room
that denies my worth.

Once, I stayed too long—
stewing,
living through the untruths
others spoke.

Now I know better.
I am lighter,
less tethered
to what others think.

I will not linger
where I am unseen,
neglected,
or diminished.

Even if I rarely rise to leave,
just knowing I can
is strength enough.

Now I choose…
leaning toward what is good,
what is essential,
what brings life.

And when needed,
I walk out of the room.