I know that as a human being
I am fundamentally worthy
and I focus on this in meditation
as I strive to move forward
but it surprises me how often
this belief can be shaken
again and again
due to childlessness not by choice.
The challenge comes from feeling unseen,
on the outside and unconnected.
Self compassion is the balm
I use to tend this ongoing pain.
Anonymous
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