Forgiving Myself

FORGIVING MYSELF 

- ZenArashi

I owe myself forgiveness,
for the times I stumbled and faltered,
yet kept rising, learning to let go.
For the dreams I placed on hold,
ready to take flight with newfound courage.
For the moments I doubted my worth,
only to discover strength within.
For the truths I now embrace,
casting aside the lies that once bound me.

For seeing the struggles of my past
not as faults, but as stepping stones.
For offering others kindness and now
learning to extend the same to myself.
For realizing my heart is not "too much,"
but perfectly enough, just as it is.
For shedding the masks I wore,
stepping into my own light, authentically me.

For choosing to live boldly,
unafraid of mistakes,
knowing they are part of growth.
For releasing the weight of self-punishment,
and opening my arms to love
pure, deserving, and true.
For meeting my reflection with compassion,
and seeing someone worthy of joy.

I could recount the ways I’ve been hurt,
but more than that,
I celebrate the beauty of this precious life,
the infinite potential that I now honor.
I am worthy of greatness,
of love,
of all that is good.

And for that, I say thank you
to myself,
for never giving up.