The Judgements of Others

When was the moment in time I handed the power to all those around To validate me I want to go back in time Reclaim the power for me To validate me Their lives are so distant So seperate and private They know nothing of me I seek I strive Judgements cut No validation for me Tired, defeated, lost No more, nothing left An empty shell of me Spark of hope Spark of freedom It is still me Can I thrive alone in this world For me and only me