Self Perception

I was led to a difficult self perception. One where I must binge and purge, and starve myself to fit in. I had to be perfect to be seen by the rest of the world. I was led to a deceiving self perception. One that said I must give in, and must give my body to be accepted. I had to let myself go and free my inhibitions. I was led to a sorrowful self perception. One that told me I must never show my woes, and if I did I would be judged. I had to keep it deep inside and slowly kill my soul. I was led to a misguided self perception. One that told me I must be self righteous, I must not show my shame. I had to act as if I had no sinful thoughts and died over and over again. I now am led to a lovely self perception. One that tells me I can be me, and that I don't have to give myself away. I now know my self worth because of HIS beautiful ways.