I Declare My Independence!

It's Independence Day in the US. On this date back in 1776 the Colonists adopted the Declaration of Independence and became a new nation separate from the British Empire. Can you imagine the courage, the insight and the bravery taking that huge step forward required? 

The definition of independent is: adjective - free from outside control; not depending on another's authority. 

Here is my Declaration of Independence:

I hold these truths to be self-evident. 

I will command respect by my actions. 
I will honor the code of my soul. 
I will allow no one but myself to determine my worth. 
I will refuse to allow the actions of others to determine my own happiness. 
I will take care of me. 
I will speak words of truth, even when uncomfortable. 
I will practice Random Acts of Kindness.
I will defend myself. 
I will use my words to heal not harm. 
I will use my hands to heal but will deal swiftly with any threat to myself. 
I will always defend my honor. 
I will always provide for myself - both emotionally and monetarily. 
I will go on adventures, alone if need be. 
I will not let fear stop me. 
I will feel beautiful. 
I will be tough and feminine at the same time. 
I will honor the Divine.
I will put as much good out into the world as possible. 
I will enjoy being alone. 
I will let others be as they are and expect the same in return. 
I will listen and honor my gut instinct.
I will accept compliments graciously. 
I will never be ashamed of myself. 
I will never conform. 
I will love without fear. 
I will not be taken advantage of. 
I will let karma work out what's due.
I will be proud of my accomplishments. 
I will forever strive to do better. 
I will become better.
I will accept myself in the now. 
I will never break. 
I will never give up.
I will... Declare my independence and be free.

I am free. I am brave. 
I am all in. 

What will your Declaration of Independence say?