time helps

time doesn't heal
despite the myth that it does.

but it doesn't hurt either
if you do the hard

work. the self examination,
the self love,

if you stand back and be honest
with yourself.

you have a responsibility
for your own welfare,

to keep toxic, disturbed people
from invading your
life.

disturbing your peace
and happiness.

you can't let your guard
down. these snakes are everywhere.

narcissism is pandemic
in the world.

their charm always precedes,
their bite
and once poisoned by
one,

it's hell to get them out
of your system.

but time helps.