I have a right to my feelings, they create the who and what in me.
At any one time I can be grown woman or small child.
I am scared, fearful, unsure, lonely, frightened and weak.
I am brave, confident, beautiful, laughing, excited and strong.
My feelings cause me great sorrow.
My feelings give me great joy.
They take me to the heights of passion.
They drag me to the depths of despair.
I shout my feelings aloud, so proud.
I hide my feelings, bury them deep.
I can feel one emotion, display another.
I am smiling outside, crying within; an understanding exterior, anger at source.
I try so hard to be what others would have me be;
To adapt, change, suppress and hide the true essence.
But the strength is draining; I am tired.
And so, now the barriers and pretence crumble and fall.
Confused?
Hey…….So am I.
Submitted: February 28, 2018
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Wow Marilyn...exactly! exactly that ! Its beautiful and hurtful , joyous and upsetting at the same time..hugs
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So you’re over on this side as well!
Wed, February 28th, 2018 6:26pmI like your piece. It takes energy to please others. When all we search for is unconditional love...
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You found me! Yes I am. This is my 'daytime' persona. The more 'subtle' side of my writing. ;-)
Sat, March 3rd, 2018 1:41amSo very lovely of you to read and comment here too, thank you. You're so right. I've spent many years trying to please others, until it broke me completely. 4 years ago I stopped, and learned I only had to please myself. Now everything I do is my own choice, and I'm finally content in my own skin. It's a wonderful feeling. X