Shame is every way I do not fit
Too big too loud too mouthy
too flashy too enthusiastic
Shame stains my face bright red
Praise refreshes a healthy glow
Shame shrinks my idea of myself
Praise shows me a better view
Shame robs me of my love
Praise pays it back with interest
Shame shackles me in a windowless basement
Praise takes me for a hike in the green
woods that smell of honeysuckle
Shame holds my head underwater
Praise shows me how to surf the towering waves
Shame tells me to shut the fuck up
Praise asks me to sing louder.
I do like this one a lot.
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