Being Whole

What does it mean to be whole

to be truthful?

It means I don't look away

I let myself feel my feelings not

Drinking down the moment

whether bitter or sweet

If I try to ignore it

the irony is

that's when the trap springs

I can only truly be present now

or trapped in the past

There's no middle ground

But one must also tip the scales a bit

Fear and sadness sneak in and take over easily

They're loud

Joy is quiet and must be invited

If I am to be whole I must be kind to all my selves

and none must bully the other

Looking up at four tall trees with bare branches against a blue sky

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