I Am Enough ©Dawn Minott |Black History Month

On By Dawn MinottIn Poetry

Before-word: At the start of Black History Month (USA), this is a declaration of self-worth—unapologetically claiming space and authenticity in a world that rushes to erase difference. In a time of deliberate pushback against rights, equality, diversity, and inclusion, this piece stands as an affirmation: We are enough. Whole. Complete. We belong. And we are undeniably deserving of the rights that are inherently ours—by virtue of being human.

I am enough.
Not almost.
Not maybe.
Not if only.
Not someday.
I am already—enough!

I have enough of what I need
to be the exceptional me
Not a watered-down, shrink-to-fit version
But the bold, distinctive, unstoppable me

I am enough!
Worthy of love that doesn’t come with conditions
Worthy of acceptance that doesn’t ask me to edit myself
to fit someone else’s visions

I am enough!
Every piece of me—flaws and all—God-stitched
Created in brilliance
Imperfections sculpted into strength
I’m not here to erase or to apologize

I am enough!
I won’t fade into the background
Or try to fit into someone else’s selfie
when I was made to standout in my own spotlight—
That’s why I won’t dim my shine

And when the world tries to measure me by numbers, by titles, or by expectations
I will remind it:

I am not defined
by the weight of opinions
or the shifting tides of approval

I am not a sum of my scars
a reminder of my mistakes
or a static product of my past

I am the story still unfolding
the light that keeps shining
the melody that won’t fade

I will not apologize for the way my laughter echoes
like a song too bold to be silenced
or for the way my body, my presence
take up room
I will not wait for permission
to own my voice, to own my space, to own my destiny

I am enough!
Enough is not the bare minimum—
It is abundance
It is power
It is truth
It is waking up whole
even on the days I feel broken
It is standing tall
even when my knees tremble

So here I stand—out:
Unapologetic.
Proud.
Unshaken.
No more proving.
No more waiting.
No more asking permission.

As I stand
As I breathe
As I be
I am enough—just as I am
The effervescent, quintessential
Me

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    1. Yassy this is such a HUGE compliment. I admire Maya immensely and love her work. I’ve written pieces then come across a body of work of hers and see so much of me/my style there. So your comment is an affirmation. Thank you.

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        1. You’re just making my Sunday better and better. Thank you fellow lover-of-words!!!!

          Your work inspires me too. I’m working on a poem and response inspired fully by your “love is in the air” (or is it?!) poem!!

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        1. You’re awesome!!!! Using all the spaces we occupy to be a light and to bring positivity is very much needed in our current state of affairs. You do the same with your gifts and talent Michele. Happy new week!! Let’s make it count.

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          2. Unknown's avatar Anonymous

            YOU ARE ENOUGH!!!

            I AM ENOUGH!!!

            These words are truly powerful! Remembering that “I AM ENOUGH” can be a game-changer for our mindset and motivation. It’s a great reminder to focus on our strengths, celebrate our accomplishments, and practice self-compassion.

            Keep shining your light, and remember to be kind to yourself along the way!

            Thank you for sharing these encouraging words Dawn!💜🙏🏾

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