From the ANM archive · Story Saturday · Original social post: 18 July 11:08
THE VOICE IN MY HEAD WASN’T ORIGINALLY MINE.
For years, it said:
“You’re lazy.”“You’re too sensitive.”“You’re difficult.”“You should be able to cope.”
Eventually, I stopped hearing those words as other people’s opinions.
They became my own.
I blamed myself for struggling to begin tasks.
I felt weak when noise overwhelmed me.
I apologised for needing space.
I felt guilty for resting.
That is how shame moves inside.
But I am learning to question that voice.
“I’m lazy” becomes:“I’m struggling to start.”
“I’m weak” becomes:“My senses are overwhelmed.”
“I’m failing” becomes:“I need support.”
The voice may sound like yours now.
That does not mean it is telling the truth.
Save this for the days when shame gets loud. ❤️
Read and share the full ANM article on the Through My Lens newsletter: Understanding the role culture plays in internalised ableism, stigma, and self-worth in Zimbabwe
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/wadzanai-mandibvira-a4b86641a_ugcPost-7483999283482959875-S5hC/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAGqO1FsB2BJTSQyZTwk4tLOo9GdlXqiTck8
What harsh belief about yourself are you ready to question?
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