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I am asserting my independence, emphasizing that I do not belong to someone else.

I belong to myself, highlighting self-ownership and autonomy.

I do not exist for the purpose of gaining your approval; my life is not defined by your validation.

I am not obligated to cater to or resolve your insecurities; that is not my responsibility.

I am not someone for you to analyze or diminish; my identity is not subject to your interpretation.

You do not have the authority to determine or analyze my personhood; it is not within your control.

My existence is not for you to criticize, scrutinize, or comprehend; I am beyond your judgment.

I won't conform to what is familiar or easily understood by you; I won't be simplified for your comfort.

I don't need to conform to pre-existing norms or expectations; my uniqueness is valid and doesn't have to conform.

My identity doesn't have to align with what others have mentioned or experienced in their lives.

I won't adhere to traditional expectations or resemble things from your past; I am not bound by your nostalgia.

I won't conform to societal standards of appearance portrayed in media; my identity is unique and not a stereotype.

My queerness is diverse, encompassing various forms, shapes, and genders that may not fit conventional molds.

My identity varies depending on the occasion and is not meant for universal consumption; it is personal and selective.

My identity doesn't conform to societal demands and is not obligated to meet everyone's expectations.

I am dynamic and do not comply with external pressures; my choices are not dictated by others.

I am vibrant and continually growing, much like the amaryllis flower; my presence may be overlooked but is resilient.

Even if ignored or dismissed, I will embrace and absorb every experience, returning for more.

I am adaptable and unrestrained, akin to the fluidity of the ocean; my identity is not confined or restricted.

I change effortlessly, akin to the ocean's waves; my identity is versatile and unconfined.

My identity is ever-changing and adaptable, much like the shifting colors from September to October.

A rhetorical question urging self-reflection on choosing one's identity and individuality.

Life is challenging at times but offers infinite possibilities for change and growth.

A question prompting introspection about when the individual will prioritize themselves.

Life presents challenges and uncertainties, with both bright and dark moments.

Some aspects of life may be unclear or difficult, but it is a continuous journey with constant evolution.

The journey is infinite and constantly changing, suggesting personal growth and adaptation.

The individual takes risks and goes beyond limits, even without formal approval or validation.

Despite facing obstacles and deviations, the individual moves forward without official authorization.

Raising the question of whether the individual's actions are perceived as reckless by societal standards.

A reminder from the mother to be aware and mindful of one's youth.

The individual acknowledges accountability to themselves, ancestors, and their body, emphasizing self-responsibility.

A repetition emphasizing the individual's connection and responsibility to their own body and breaths.

Continuation of the repetition, reinforcing the connection and responsibility to one's own body and breaths.

Final repetition, emphasizing the continued connection and responsibility to one's own body and breaths.