The Unmasking
Confronting Deceit and Finding Redemption
I stand naked because I'm caught in a lie.
A time when my mood dropped.
No place to hide now that the truth is out,
In this harsh world where ghosts meet.
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A hastily woven web of words,
Now falls apart, there's no truth to lose.
The looks of loved ones frown,
When I look at myself, I see a clown.
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In the still, sharp light, the pain of shame burns so bright.
But somewhere inside me, bravery tells me to face the storm and wash away my sin.
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"I lied," I say with a bowed head and a shaking voice. Let it show.
Don't lie or hide anymore. Honesty should be my prize.
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I can't hide the pain I've caused; I can see it in every eye.
But now that I know the truth, I can start to heal.
A trust that was broken and a wound that needs to be healed.
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It's not easy to forgive someone after all the harm they've done.
But here I am, no longer able to run away. I own my mistakes, which sets me free.
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In the end, the truth's hug brings a deep kindness that lasts.
Getting over lies and healing wounds makes a person stronger.
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Dr. Jason Benskin
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Comments (6)
I love this poem! Thanks for posting
Very well written 👏 thanks for sharing
Well-wrought!
Fantastic
Wow! this was very lovely. The truth to be out, pain of shame, how long will she run. I loved the way you wrote this poem Dr. Jay.
Your words are lovely.