Forgive Myself: A promised renewed

In the opening, I depicted a quiet heart facing betrayal and anger. As the poem progressed, I acknowledged the harsh words and night, emphasizing my deep remorse.

(Before you read: Look into the mirror. Put your right hand on your heart, with your left hand on your right shoulder)

To the heart I once betrayed, A promise broken, a regret displayed. In moments dark, I lost my way, Yet here I stand, with words to say.

In anger’s storm, I lashed with might, A fierce display, a painful night. My words cut deep, I felt the sting And now remorse does sorrow bring.

Oh heart of mine, so pure, so true, Forgive the pain I’ve caused in you. For in the rage, I lost my course, And now I seek to show remorse.

I vowed to cherish, to never harm, Yet here I stand, an alarm. A lesson learned, a tearful plea, To heal the wounds inside of me.

With tender care, I mend the breach, A promise new, within my reach. To love myself with grace anew, To honor trust, to see it through.

Oh heart, I ask for your embrace, To find forgiveness in this space. For I am strong, and I will strive, To keep my promise, to truly thrive.

In moments dark, when shadows loom, I’ll find the light within the gloom. To stand with strength, to heal, to grow, A vow renewed, a gentle glow.

Forgive myself, a journey start, With every beat, a mending heart. For in this path, I’ve come to see, The power of self-love, to set me free.

Author's Note

I wanted to channel these intense feelings into words, to both acknowledge my pain and start the healing process. As I began writing, I aimed to capture the internal struggle of having lashed out in anger and later feeling immense guilt for it. The poem became a way to express my sorrow and apologize to my own heart for the hurt I caused.

Reviews

[Neville]

I think you are being far too hard on yourself Gregoria .. Guilt is undoubtedly the most painful of emotions but you got to let it go, particularly when it's not deserved in the first place .. Kindest of regards, Neville

[Gregoria Somol Ahmed]

Indeed, I was. I am starting afresh, and never again shall I say 'again', for this will be the last—the final rebirth—for the self-love have gained.

[Neville]

good to hear .. I can almost feel it from here .. 💛👍