The Wind I Became

Some people think leaving is weakness.

But wind doesn’t leave — it lifts.

I didn’t walk away from storms.

I listened to what they taught me.

Every betrayal gave me a spine.

Every closed door taught me how to build.

Every misunderstanding taught me how to stand alone.

I don’t carry resentment.

I carry altitude.

I don’t drag the past.

I convert it into lift.

This isn’t about going back.

It’s about honoring who you became because you didn’t.

🪽 The Wind I Became

Zoey Lababy Dabrease

Dragonfly energy. Eagle vision. Quiet power.

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... Read moreReading 'The Wind I Became' reminded me deeply of how personal growth often comes from embracing rather than escaping challenges. Like the poem says, the wind doesn’t leave—it lifts. This resonates with my own experience of turning betrayal and setbacks into sources of strength. I learned early on that every difficult moment taught me something valuable—whether it strengthened my resolve or pushed me to find new paths when doors closed. For me, carrying altitude instead of resentment is a transformative mindset. It means elevating beyond pain instead of being weighed down by it. Emotional intelligence and nervous system healing, themes highlighted by the poem's hashtags, are crucial in this process. They helped me navigate complicated feelings and emerge with more clarity and inner alignment. The poem also speaks to the importance of self-trust and recognizing that healing is not about reversing time but honoring growth. This philosophy supports the journey from trauma to truth, encouraging me—and others—to see ourselves as evolving spirits rather than victims of circumstance. 'Dragonfly energy' and 'Eagle vision' symbolize quiet power and heightened awareness, both of which I've found useful when stepping back to gain perspective during emotional storms. With spiritual awakening and the art of spoken word, poetry becomes a powerful tool for presence and soul growth. It helps to articulate and process complex emotions, turning inner turmoil into creative elevation. In everyday life, I strive to embody this mindset by choosing elevation over explanation—lifting myself and others with understanding rather than getting caught in the need to justify or relive past pain. This approach feels liberating, allowing me to move forward with grace and confidence. Ultimately, 'The Wind I Became' is a beautiful reminder that resilience is not passive but an active transformation. It teaches us that storms don’t define us but refine us, allowing us to soar higher than before just like the wind.

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