Why do we bring ourselves to the brink of our own threshold for any other reason than to escape who we are? Even for the sake of growth we take what we want from the withering and pretend we are not made of the same flesh. Fleeing from this crime against humanity creating a narrative necessary to absolve ourselves of the delinquent deed. We proclaim we cast out all our demons as we stand with our stomach clutched in our own embrace trying desperately to stop the bleeding from where they refused to loosen their grip. Either unknowing or in denial that they may hold the best aspects of ourselves still in their hands. When we realise we have to retrieve that which makes us complete we are left facing them again as battered men.
Even the most resilient of men have limits on how much they can lose of themselves. Whether it be given to others or taken from them. We must open our eyes to our flawed approach. Self human sacrifice only empowers the wicked.
If we are to expose the darkness within us we must do so with the intent of restoring it to its former light. Do not abandon that which you despise. If you do you abandon your hope, and faith with it. Accept all of which encompasses your being. Through that acceptance you can forever remain whole.
Push yourself to the brink of that threshold. Embark into the unknown. Be driven not by fear, but admiration for life. There is nothing to escape. For you have built a home when you need respite from your vigilant ventures.
