I Want To Want Myself Poem by Kaitlin Schmidt

I want to believe I don't just take up space
I want to know that who they see is not a random face
I want to know I have a purpose
I want to show there is more to me than what is on the surface
I want to believe I am the best me there is
I want to make all the difference

I want to know my voice is valid
I want to think my opinions mattered
I want to believe my thoughts are unique
I want to know they hear me when I speak
I want to know my quirks are mine
I want to believe my ways are refined

I want to believe in my reflection
I want to love my imperfections
I want to see the beauty inside and out
I want to put away all of my doubt
I want to see myself and smile
I want to love myself awhile

I want to know myself I can count on
I want to believe my heart is strong
I want my confidence to shine through
I want to trust my judgement true
I want no more second guessing
I want no more constant pretending

I want to be happy for I am me
I want to rejoice in what I always will be
I want to want myself
I want no score or test
I want to love myself forever
I want to know anything I can weather

I need the love I know I can give
I need to know myself I can forgive
I need the sparkle back in my eyes
I need to know myself I am satisfied