Contaminate

I also watched Heidi Priebe's video on toxic shame not too long ago. She mentioned in the video that people with toxic shame feel as though they will contaminate others with their existence.

Sadly, even in recent years, I have been treated that way.

Like a baby who used to cry for love and comfort, I have stopped.

Their cruel voices cave in.

"I nor anyone else has the emotional capacity to deal with your extended issues."

"You could have moved out of your mom's house! It's your responsibility to get on with your life!"

"You're just making excuses!"

"No one can save you but you."

"Get professional help, Sarah. I can't help you."

I put a black rose on nice, little Sarah. The voiceless girl who was always too much.

I carry her with me to the narrow path of healing. To the light she truly deserves.