As we are constantly bombarded by images of perfection, success and people who are supposedly living the dream, the pressure to project our lives in an idyllic manner is greater than ever. Ironic really when the thing that unites us all is our vulnerability. The more we connect with others authentically, the closer our bonds. Important to let vulnerability show from time to time I think.
Vulnerability
My vulnerability is my strength,
Some people go to any length
To act like everything is sorted
Smiles show when the truth’s distorted
Hiding pain makes your soul tense
At times our lives do not make sense
No need for armour, self defence
Pretence – like dark, protective tents
Just longs to let light in and vent
When hearts are open, they’re content
Events just happen and cause feelings
Sometimes send our senses reeling
Sharing what’s within our pores
Can rebuild bridges, open doors
Such liberty and unity
Within my vulnerability
For one who was brought up not to show vulnerability this represents a lifetime’s learning
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I can well imagine. Am so glad that vulnerability is a topic that people are talking about and openly relating to these days thanks to Brene Brown’s writing.
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Beautiful words Sam 🙂 It’s so true…
Thanks for checking & following my blog last week – I’ll be following along yours as well.
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Thanks for your feedback and lovely to be in contact! 🙂
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Ahhh yes! I hear you loud and clear…. 😉
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🙂 Thanks for being able to relate to it!
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Most certainly! 😉 Hope you’re having a blessed day. 🙂
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Quite good thanks. Am glad it’s Friday! How are you?
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That’s good! Me too, I’ve got a college graduation to attend today for my niece. So it’ll be a great day. I’m so excited for her! 😉
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Oh have a lovely time. Bet you’ll feel proud 🙂
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I will… she lost her mom a couple years ago and it prompted her to do this. I couldn’t be more proud of her! ☺️
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What a fantastic tribute to her dear Mum x
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Really is. 😉
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‘Astonished’ is the word! You really caught me!
Not only a very true observation/conclusion but on rhyme as well!
Well done! (Or was I in luck?)
I guess I’ll have to check on some more . . .?
Smile! (I do not stop for poems very often during a full year !)
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Thank you so much. This really motivates me in many ways, all the more so as you are not a huge poetry fan!
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I never was (and I’m 80 years of age) but
I’m fast becoming a bit curious of you!
That’s a feat in itself! 🙂
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I value this a lot!
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