251 - Beginning Therapy

Making the decision to begin “talk therapy” is profound. It gets at the essence of who we are and asks that we start a process of revelation. Sometimes we will be filled with images that have been buried. Sometimes we will stumble in the memories. We begin the exploration, with God’s help.

Two Hundred Fifty-One

Beginning Therapy

Today I will begin to uncover my heart,
I will let accumulations of sorrow surface;
Today the cycle of hurt and longing is suspended,
Arresting my spiral into the maelstrom.

If I falter, frightened of the struggle,
Be with me, my Staff and my Lamp;
Hold out a lantern of courage,
Fortify me, let me persevere.

All my yesterdays describe my future,
Yet I am more than their sum;
I begin the deciphering with trepidation,
Help me to calculate my strengths.

Mark this day with Your kindness,
Reassure my search for wholeness;
Give me patience as I take small steps,
Guide and vouchsafe my journey.