When we believe something is wrong with us
Rather than that we have done wrong
Wrong being instead of wrong doing
Shame binds us and keeps us from moving forward
We believe making a mistake will let everyone see how wrong we are
Instead we hide
Inside drink or addiction
Afraid to move or be seen
Yet mistakes must be made on the journey to learning
How to move forward with hope?
Compassion for our self and the struggle
Acknowledging it is not easy to press forward and be wrong
Believing in the possibility of healing this shame in ourselves
What works for you?
Photo by Michał Mancewicz