Jenny Lemon

Obstacles.
A fallen branch in the middle of a trail.
A boulder blocking my way.
A bear snarling at me.

Obstacles.

I feel them a lot.
Blocking me from where I want to go.
I’ve pushed at them.
I’ve swing at them.
I’ve pleaded with them to let me pass.

When I am gentle with them
Speak and ask them why they are there
Sit with them
I learn.

I can understand why they are there.
They aren’t there to block my way
But there as a reminder to stay present
To wonder
And to remind me that this is a journey.
Not a race.

Others thoughts of you, don’t define you. Consciously shedding the labels we were given allows us to find the ones we truly are.

I am learning to meet my shadow thoughts with grace and empathy.