with high self-esteem

we accept ourselves unconditionally 

we value our self-worth

knowing who and what we are

with low self-esteem

we believe in falling

deep into a well of  low intrinsic worth

well of doubt

not feeling worthy on anything 

inspires one to be mightier than a tiny mouse name mighty

there are times

instead of working smart

we work hard

we become trapped, not in the closet like a R&b goof fearful of getting caught

instead, our desire for perfection is so great

we set unrealitic goals, and

place unreasonable demands on ourselves

failure rather than encouraging leads to more punishing blows 

that leads to self-blame

resolving to drive harder next time

when one finally achieves

instead of relief

we feel disappointed

despite all that was achieve

there is still an emptiness inside

to be continue..................