Poetry for people who could use a little kindness

The Sake of Me

For such a long time
I'd go somewhere
I didn't feel comfortable
for the sake of others

For such a long time
I'd stay when I was tired
Pushing myself to be happy
for the sake of others

For such a long time
I'd burn myself out
Never getting what I wanted
for the sake of others

Now
I listen to and take care of myself
I recognized my own limits and say no
for the sake of me

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