The dreams I carry, the goals I chase; they’re supposed to feel exciting, but instead, I sometimes feel weighed down by words, doubts, and judgements that were never meant for me to carry. The negativity, the criticisms, and the constant attacking can feel like obstacles I can’t climb over, no matter how hard I try. I’ve been allowing the constant knock downs to define who I am, who I let the negativity turn me into. I work hard everyday to remind myself: You are enough, You can do this. You are special. This is the only way I can protect my peace and my dreams.   I’ve learned to keep…