Vulnerability

Poetry 1 Minute

Sometimes, a man builds a wall around his heart to conceal his true emotions.

Sometimes, he wears metals or jewels that contain his happiest memories, or the most difficult ones.

Yet sometimes, a man is just a man. He neglects his duties of stoicism, and lays bare his humanity for all to see.

He rejects the concept of “original sin” – That he was born a vile and wretched thing, which must beg his way into merciful heaven.

Each day a choice: good or evil. And for so long, he’s chosen to do right.

Some days, a man is just a man.

…Build no fort around thy heart, but extend it outward and set ablaze.

Published by East Tennessee Mentorship Association

East TN Mentorship Association is a veteran owned small business in East TN that aims to provide solution focused, accessible (affordable) mental health support and mentorship to our community. Our program is NOT clinical in nature - that is, we do not diagnose or treat mental illnesses, but instead, we encourage self-growth regardless of an individual's framework while encouraging them to seek therapy as necessary outside of ETMA. We offer a safe place for ALL people to navigate their inner voices using a variety of practical and experiential tools gained through years of study and time spent in cultures around the world. Our motto is "Earn your sanctuary" - we believe each individual holds the key to solving their own cognitive dissonance, but we ALSO believe that it really helps to have an objective sounding board now and again. Reach out to learn more!

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