After a while...

After a while, you learn that too much good is not really good 

and too much bad is not really bad,

And you deal with it effortlessly.

After a while, things either matter to you or don't,

And you gain a lot of peace henceforth.

After a while, you feel painless when the pain gets too much,

And you realize how strong you are.

After a while, you learn that nothing is permanent,

And you survive with all the temporary battles.

After a while, isolation becomes your best companion,

And you accept that you are a loner and not a loser.

After a while, you know that it will all be over,

And you grow more beautiful and powerful.

(Inspired by Veronica A. Shoffstall's "After a while")