I have many layers. <br />Each and every layer represents a part of me. <br />With out them to hide behind, I wouldn’t know how to endure. <br />But I think it’s time that I remove my coatings. <br />I can only live concealed beneath them for so long. <br />So here goes…. <br /> <br />: : Layer 1: : <br /> <br />I am now removing all my insecurities. <br />I’m saying good-bye to my low self-esteem. <br />Never again will I say, “I’m not good enough.” <br />Never again will I say, “I’m not pretty enough.” <br />And never again will I say, “I’m not worth it.” <br /> <br />: : Layer 2: : <br /> <br />I am now eliminating all my resentment. <br />I am letting go of old grudges that I have been holding for so long. <br />I am releasing all my anger that has been locked deep inside of me. <br />I will not hold anyone responsible for my fury. <br />I will not keep that fury inside any longer to eat away at me. <br /> <br />: : Layer 3: : <br /> <br />I am now removing all my despair. <br />I will not keep feeling sorry for myself. <br />Instead, I will focus on all the things I am grateful for. <br />I will not live in an unhappy state of mind. <br />I will not live in misery. <br />I refuse to give into this depression, <br />I will be joyful for the things I have and the person I am. <br /> <br />: : Layer 4: : <br /> <br />With nothing else to remove, you will now see who I really am. <br />My last layer is the true me. <br />I will not be ashamed of who I have become. <br />I will keep my head held high as you examine me, with no layers to hide behind. <br />I will be proud of what you see. <br />I will not feel naked without my covers for security. <br /> <br />Underneath it all is a person you would be proud of. <br />Underneath it all is a girl that has done well. <br />Underneath it all is a child that has done all she could, <br />And is confident with the outcome. <br /> <br />From now on, I will be who I have always wanted to be. <br />And that can be nothing other than <br />: : Me: : <br />And nothing will hold me back.<br /><br />Crystal Johnson<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/removing-my-layers/
