I am but a lone warrior, standing in solitude
Abandoned by my male friend, their growth excluded
Their stagnant path, a betrayal of their potential
Their hurtful words, an assault to my women
In their company, I feel insecure and indignant
Surrounded by poor quality of men, so ignorant
Of the transformation and growth that await
If they'd only choose to step up and create
Their shadows haunt them, yet they refuse to see
The pain and darkness they suppress within
Their refusal to evolve, a betrayal of their spirit
A path of mediocrity, and not one to merit
My heart aches for their loss, their unfulfilled potential
And for the women they hurt, with their words detrimental
But I refuse to let their choice hold me back
For I know that true growth lies in breaking and crack
I strip down my walls, and stand naked and raw
Embracing my shadow, accepting my flaws
And though the tears may fall, and the pain may sting
I know that growth and transformation will bring
A life of purpose, a life of meaning and light
And though I stand alone, I stand tall and right
For I am a warrior, unafraid to embrace change
And in my wake, others may follow, unchained.