mirror of hidden reflections

 
hardest lesson I've had to learn
is the distance between a mistake
& growth
is owning it
most especially to one's self
even with nothing obvious to be gained
there are things far more important
than pride
& being right
because sometimes right is subjective
& the cost beyond reckoning
leaving chasms in the spirit
where honesty once resided
I don't fear being wrong
it's a frequent occurrence
but causing another harm...
it terrifies me
so I'm always watching
honing my inward eye
& recognizing the shadow's origin
not where I thought it had arisen
...but from within
brought me to my knees
it's humbling
damage cannot be undone
but perhaps...
...it can be forgiven