Photo taken by contributor Cla-c, a 45-year-old wife and mother of four who was diagnosed with Cyclothymia a year ago. She has battled severe depression, paranoia, and fearfulness throughout her life, and has always felt like an outcast. After she lost a much loved cousin to suicide, she knew she had to face her demons. Growing up in Africa in the 70’s and 80’s, going to a therapist was not part of the culture. Instead of dealing with her feelings and shame related to childhood trauma, she merely existed. She never felt like she had a voice, something that she struggles with even today. Her sensitivity has at times led her to isolate, which is especially challenging as a portrait photographer. She has come to both fear and love people at the same time. Today, she has a small but amazing support system. She dreams of having a cabin in the woods with the butterflies.
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A beautiful Poem and a wonderful portrait that captures the perfection of the soul!
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thank you rothpetry
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Wow! This photograph is a beautiful masterpiece! ❤
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Thank you Thomas
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Dramatic photo. I have felt the same way-born out of time. I have come to find out and trust that God had me born when I was for a reason. I trust Him to help me fully understand that reason, now and in eternity. I think all the negative stuff that pours out of man has always been and always will be, but we can’t turn to passivity. Keep clicking!
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thank you Dear autisticaplanet xx I agree.
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What a stunningly lovely portrait, and an achingly beautiful poem. Thank you for sharing!
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thank you so much dear xx
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