The layers are peeling
And my heart is healing
Because I’m willing to look
Unwavering at what’s afoot
My eyes are unflinching
I won’t look away
At even the darkest, shadowy
Places within
Healing takes place
When I acknowledge the truth
No pretending what I’m not
But embracing the facts
No deceiving myself
Shine a light on it all
The only way to peace
Is to live honestly
Posted by Bodhirose on May 13, 2011
https://bodhirose.wordpress.com/2011/05/13/healing/
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/ May 13, 2011This is so true, Gayle. Before the healing can begin we have to peel away the layers and reveal the tender skin under the scars. I think this is so deeply profound. I really love the image as well. It is perfect for your poem.
Thank you for sharing this very insightful poem.
Namaste,
Izzy
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Bodhirose
/ May 13, 2011Yes, we do. And we have to be courageous and face what’s there or we can stay stuck. I don’t want to be stuck.
So very glad you enjoyed this and saw the truth in it, Izzy.
Hugs and love…
Gayle
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jgavinallan
/ May 14, 2011Gayle—though the figure looks like one of the Hindu deities your words smack of Buddha.
Do you know why Buddha is so—well big tummy?
I will tell you in e mail
love the words of hope—“When I acknowledge the truth” Are you sure you are not a Buddhist?
love & hugs
Jaye
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Bodhirose
/ May 14, 2011Jaye, that is a reclining Buddha in that photo.
I have been studying and practicing some aspects of Buddhism for many years–I love the Buddha! I have practiced vipassana (mindful) meditation for many years. I consider myself very eclectic in my spiritual life though and embrace so many teachings.
Love and hugs,
Gayle
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jgavinallan
/ May 14, 2011Oh no! My mother would slap me for not recognizing him—but he is so thin.
Will run off e mail now
love Jaye xo
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contemplativemoorings
/ May 14, 2011Impeccably stated 🙂
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Bodhirose
/ May 14, 2011Thank you, kindly! 🙂
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trisha
/ May 14, 2011this is beautiful gayle, very sweet, honest and wise words.
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Bodhirose
/ May 14, 2011Thank you, Trisha, for your sweet words. I am healing.
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trisha
/ May 15, 2011get well soon in that case 🙂
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Bodhirose
/ May 15, 2011😉
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trisha
/ May 16, 2011you dint said what you are healing from 🙂
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Bodhirose
/ May 16, 2011Oh, nothing specific. I was referring to the layers of hurt that we accrue during our lifetimes–like emotional pain, and abuses from others that have hurt us deep inside. Sometimes they’re buried deep and we may need to peel away layer after layer to get to the core pain to release it–and heal.
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trisha
/ May 17, 2011god bless and heal you beautifully and completely.
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Bodhirose
/ May 17, 2011Your sincere wishes are so heartwarming. Thank you, Trisha.
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trisha
/ May 18, 2011love and hugs. 🙂
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Olivia
/ May 14, 2011I came to read you tonight (2.00am) because I feel distressed!
Reasons- very predicable.. 🙂
This particular seems to be put up esp for the purpose. I feel at peace.
Isn’t this strange how I am typing a few keys to send you a note- I mean with these words typed out here; you’ll know I wanted to reach out to you. I am getting drawn to the cyber miracle more n more with each passing day. Maybe cyber space is the ether..
Sending you very many hugs xoxox
Much Love for a Sunday ♥ ♥ ♥
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Bodhirose
/ May 14, 2011Sorry you are feeling distressed this early morning, Olivia. Wish I could give you a warm hug and tell you it will be OK. I’m glad this poem brought you some peace. Maybe it was written for your benefit–I think it was. I feel you reaching out and I am reaching back–my heart is feeling yours. Love has traveled there in a split second!
Perhaps you can go back to sleep now and rest easier.
Much love and peace for you,
Gayle xoxo ♥
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Jamie Dedes
/ May 21, 2011Don’t know how I missed this, but I’m glad that I found it. What truth is contained here and what courage you have to face life this way. Wise and honest and well done. A dear photo to go with. Lovely and bracing for this mid-Saturday quick trip online before chores. Well done and thank you.
Hugs! Happy Saturday …
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Bodhirose
/ May 21, 2011I try–no use putting it off!
Happy Saturday–night! xoxo
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Pat Hatt
/ August 9, 2011A very nice piece, such truth behinds your words!
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Bodhirose
/ August 9, 2011Thank you, Pat, appreciate your kind words and visit.
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brian
/ August 9, 2011some great truth in here…living honestly is the way to peace and i am happy for the acknowledged healing…
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Bodhirose
/ August 9, 2011It sure can help I think. Thank you, Brian–I always enjoy your visits.
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Heaven
/ August 9, 2011Agree… thanks for the meaningful words ~
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Bodhirose
/ August 9, 2011I’m glad you found them meaningful to you, Heaven.
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Daydreamertoo
/ August 9, 2011It’s wonderful to be able to acknowledge that you need to peel away the layers and expose the pain to the light and air to begin the healing.
Yes, we have to be honest with ourselves.
Lovely, heartfelt prose.
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Bodhirose
/ August 9, 2011Not always successful, but I’m trying.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts with me.
Gayle
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marousia
/ August 9, 2011Lovely sentiments
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Bodhirose
/ August 9, 2011Thank you.
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mairmusic
/ August 10, 2011Lovely sentiment– wondering why you changed from rhymed verse to free partway through?
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Bodhirose
/ August 10, 2011I don’t have a clue! Because I’m a very inexperienced writer–that’s my only excuse. I need to pay attention more to what I’m doing. 🙂
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Amanda Moore
/ August 10, 2011there is great insight to this, I think it can be harder at times to be honest with yourself than with others.
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Bodhirose
/ August 16, 2011I would agree with that–we’re fearful sometimes.
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C Rose
/ August 10, 2011Truth at its core expressed beautifully ~ Rose
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Bodhirose
/ August 16, 2011Thank you very much, Rose. I appreciate you sharing.
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