Playing the victim

I used to be a victim it then became my excuse
Blaming all my wrongs on my childhood abuse
Disrespecting myself and others I held dear
Reality was something I really used to fear
Then one day it dawned on me
A victim I could no longer be
So strong and tall I stood I shouted
And even when the majority doubted
I still carried on and saw it through
And now I'm happy living life true
Not caring what others think or see
Because I know what it has took to become me