Shame; shame is hidden in me, and I hide myself in it. Growing up, this invisible weight made me constantly doubt my worth and abilities. I became obsessed with perfection, fearing judgment at every turn. Overthinking everything, from my appearance to my actions, I was always worried that I wasn’t measuring up. This hidden shame led me to withdraw from others, isolating myself to avoid any chance of criticism or rejection. Shame is like a shadow that cast my face, and it is so hard to see the light.