Author: Eve Sanchez

Dear Lovestar,

This is an excerpt of an old long poem I have not in my possession.

I am collecting my old poetry to give them new life, I wish to find that old poem and I know where to look for it. Stay in touch if you like poetry and specifically, my poetry.

The poem “Below the Shame” delves into the depths of human experience, exploring what lies beneath the often overwhelming emotion of shame. Here’s a deep dive into its meaning and layers:

Shame as a Surface Emotion

Shame is one of the most powerful and destructive emotions. It can make us feel small, unworthy, and disconnected from who we truly are. It acts like a mask, suffocating our authentic self and forcing us to hide behind walls of self-doubt, fear, and even self-loathing. The poem speaks to this by asking what lies beneath that shame—what’s hidden in the deepest recesses of our being once we’ve confronted and peeled back those layers.

The Killer of Personality and Authenticity

Shame is described here as a “killer”—a force that diminishes who we are. When shame takes over, it disconnects us from our core, preventing us from living authentically and expressing our true personality. People may adopt personas or hide parts of themselves to avoid judgment or rejection, and in doing so, they suppress their unique essence. This repression kills the natural vibrancy, confidence, and individuality that make us who we are. I have been there most of my life for some hidden reason. There is no shame in admitting that today.

What Lies Below Shame? Let us meditate on this…

This is the most profound part of the poem—what exists beyond that shame, if we dig deep enough? Below the shame lies:

1. Wounded Inner Child: Often, beneath shame are unresolved wounds from childhood, where feelings of inadequacy or rejection took root. The shame becomes a protective layer to guard that vulnerable part of us, but to heal, we must reach beneath and reconnect with the wounded child, offering compassion and understanding.
2. Truth and Vulnerability: Shame obscures our truth. Once you look beyond it, there is raw vulnerability—an openness that is honest and real. It is where your true self, without pretense or façade, exists. However, vulnerability feels dangerous, which is why shame becomes the armor, protecting that truth from being seen.
3. Authenticity: Beneath the shame is your authentic self, longing to emerge. It’s the version of you that isn’t held back by societal expectations, criticism, or fear of being “less than.” When you confront shame and release it, you rediscover this authentic self—a self that is free, expressive, and unburdened.
4. Power: There is power beneath shame. Once the layers are peeled away, you reclaim your personal strength. You understand that you are worthy, lovable, and valuable as you are, without needing to hide or suppress parts of yourself. This empowerment comes from embracing all aspects of yourself, even the ones you’ve been told to feel ashamed of.

Spiritual Perspective

For a spiritual audience, especially twin flames, pagans, or seekers, this can resonate as a journey of shadow work—confronting the darker, hidden parts of ourselves to integrate them into the whole. Shame is often a product of past trauma, societal conditioning, or rejection, and by going “below” it, you embark on a healing journey toward self-love and acceptance.

In twin flame dynamics, the poem might speak to how both partners must confront their own shame to fully embrace the connection. Only by peeling back those layers can they reveal their truest selves to each other. Thus, healing this shame is a path to union.

Invitation

“Below the Shame” invites deep reflection on what it means to live authentically. It challenges us to look beyond the fear, judgment, and suppression that shame creates, to rediscover the core of who we are—our personality, our power, our vulnerability. By doing so, we reclaim the authenticity that shame has tried to take away.

With Love,