> [!custom-soil-type]- Note Details
> - Growth stage: [[soil ✨]]
> - Type: [[Poem]]
> - Tags: [[Systems]], [[sovereignty]]
so what do we do when the cracks of things reveal themselves
when you are disheartened by a system, leader or mission you believed in
that was here with promises to change the world
when you are initiated by exile because your presence reflects teh very thing the shiny light was trying to hide
shadows can only hide for so long
trust your own system
build diverse networks
light your internal flame of integrity
in truth, it burns so bright
stand back, pause, reflect
surround yourself with fire keepers
community, mentors, friends, lovers
where embers glow
choosing new paths and healing our past
personally and collectively
is a process
meet the light and dark in each breath
we can't avoid loss
your courage is needed here
— Sophia Faria
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