Not sure why exactly,

But whenever I'm told

That I'm resilient, strong,

Or that I'm a survivor,

It really irks me.

I don't get what those

Words are meant to offer me.

Plus, the little note of 'Bravo'

That comes with them is so

Very, very annoying.

Sure, the intention is no

Doubt from a kind perspective,

But on the receiving end,

It makes no sense as an impression.

And congratulations stick out sorely.

How is being resilient anything

To feel boosted about?

Or being perceived as a survivor?

It does nothing for me.

And I don't believe it in the least.