“Shame is a soul eating emotion.” ~ C.G. Jung
This excerpt stems from the discussions on how sometimes we fall into this habit of comparison. Sometimes life gives us obstacles and we tend to look outwards for resolution. We see people’s happiness as ‘having it all together’. Like when you are transitioning into a new phase of life or new position, or perhaps looking for opportunities to work. And you ask the question, “why not me?” “Who am I?”. You feel an anxiety when someone asks you to tell them about yourself. Shame is part of life, but rather than looking down on yourself, learn to focus on what is working and live life with gratitude.
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Shame is empty
Shame is heavy
Shame is weak
Shane creates clouds beyond my vision
Shame has mouth
That swallows me
And chew me up in its belly
Shame transforms my shape
And makes me small
Shred me into tiny pieces
Shame has a song
A voice that rings like a bell
Every time I try to heal
Shame mocks my dirty hands
Bent back to work
In hope for growth through the sweat
Shame holds me back
As I try to see
Beyond my circumstance
Shame has nails
That act as claws
And hinge my every movement
Shame has a soft voice
Whispers
That fill me with lies and deceit
Shame takes over
And try to control
The will power to believe
Oh take your hold away
For I am tired of weeping
I am weary
For discomfort covers me
As clothing wrapped around me
And lock my ability to move
©Kihek
Kimberly Ihekwoaba 