I Am Who I Am Poem by Astrid Hardjana

I don’t know how to share my thoughts
I don’t know how to sort my feelings
I only know that I don’t fit in
And it’s time to stop concealing

I should openly show my difference
I should be proud of who I am
I should have confidence in myself
For I am who I am

I am always trying
My reasons I do not know
Whether for them or for you
I should not put up a show

I am who I am
Of that I should be proud
I need to start being me
It’s time to tear off the shroud

When will I be able to accept this?
Start feeling free to be me?
When will I not be afraid?
Be happy being me?

Please help me to find my way
For I feel so very lost
Please help me to believe in me
I need to do this at any cost

I want to keep trying
I want to find my way
I want to overcome these barriers
And keep the fears at bay