Growth…

I have outgrown many things….
I have outgrown relatives who gladly offer criticism but not support.
I have outgrown my need to meet my family’s unrealistic expectations of me. 
I have outgrown people who wear masks and secretly rejoice at my misfortunes. 
I have outgrown shrinking myself for men who are intimidated by my intelligence and loving nature. 
I have outgrown friends who cannot celebrate my accomplishments. 
I have outgrown people who conveniently disappear whenever life gets a little dark. 
I have outgrown those who take pleasure in gossiping and spreading negativity. 
I have outgrown dull, meaningless conversations that feel forced. 
I have outgrown those who don’t take a stand against ignorance and injustice. 
I have outgrown trying to please everyone. 
I have outgrown trying to fix every little flaw. 
I have outgrown my tendency to fill my mind with self-doubt and insecurity. 
I have outgrown trying to find reasons not to love myself. 
I have outgrown anything and anyone that does not enrich the essence of my soul. 
I have outgrown many things, and I’ve never felt freer.