So often, the strength displayed by people is a guise to cover up hidden wounds. We try to present ourselves as strong, independent beings, as confident and un-phased by events around us. In reality, it is often a facade, a cry for attention rather than an element of fortitude.

Strength is not drawn from repression or hiding our wounds. It's not in offense or defense or tied to our ego. It's not having it all together or always knowing the answer.

Strength can lay it all bare; and as hard as it is to believe, it garners either reverence from those who understand it, or is perceived with intimidation. Strength is mutable, willing, and able to accept what is dealt, and deal with it, with grace. You can find it in the depths of vulnerability, in the throws of humility, and that blissful moment when you finally let go and accept what lies before you.

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