Try Not to Feel Ashamed, Dear One
Many times, we fall short of expectations imposed on us
The stronger humans amongst us are able to shrug it off and move forward
The rest of us are saddled with the shame and guilt of not meeting up
For years, I’ve pushed through my life living under the shadows of people that mattered
Doing actions influenced by what someone would think, or say, or do- when they find out
But I’m learning to take control of my life as I grow older
To be responsible for my actions means that I have my full consent in carrying them out
It’s time that I let go of the shame of wanting, of desires, of needs
And I embrace the complexity of being human.