Into The Depths of Self Deprecation
by John Alexander
Title
Into The Depths of Self Deprecation
Artist
John Alexander
Medium
Digital Art - Digital Art
Description
For the many who suffer from low self esteem. For a large portion of my early life I suffered from low self esteem. I believed that I had nothing to offer. I believed that I lacked worth and no matter how hard I tried it was never going to change. I believed that I deserved to be alone. During times of introspection, I delved Into The Depths of Self Deprecation. Deep within I felt the judgement placed upon myself was also the judgement of the world around me. My reflection was cursed. This crippling Self Deprecation only fueled the self destructive lifestyle that I lived for many years.
Over time I came to realize the truth. This crippling self image was completely wrong, and it had been all along. It was an illusion of my own making. It was also mine to dispel.
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John Alexander
Huge thanks to everyone who left such fantastic comments. Your kind words are humbling.
Hartmut Jager
👍 - John you created another powerful depiction of our 'experience of being human'. - I would like to add to your quote of: 'It was an illusion of my own making' - that Self Deprecation is also caused from the 'Reality' of constant negative inputs from the world around us - and from snide, self-esteem debilitating remarks too - which are often directed at us from persons we live or work with. -
Nancy Griswold
You are such an incredible artist, you touch those deepest realms within. I think this is a fabulous work of art which can stand on it's own for reflection, but I really appreciate your description also, the comments on this page are also helping me know some of my friends on FAA, in the most important way. When you said "It was an illusion of my own making. It was also mine to dispel." this all was better than any therapy session I needed this morning. ...and thanks. WONDERFUL WORK! FAV+++/L
Randy Burns
Low self esteem. I too know that road so well. Such a great and powerful image suggesting this turmoil. You are a specialist at conveying deep-rooted and emotional images John. F/L.
Laurie's Intuitive
Thank you for sharing this amazing, contemplative, emotive art with us, John. I'm sure there are many who can identify with your beautifully written description, and I am glad you came to realize the truth! When I was young, I also felt low self esteem. I was always teased by classmates about my weight and for years I struggled like you. I also let it go with lots of introspection and work with changing my thoughts. You put into words and art what many of us cannot say. I admire your courage!
Carolyn LeGrand
This image tells the tale of a wounded soul, but not for long. The courage to come out of a desolate place and let go of a former illusion of self. The power to change is always available. Thank you John for such open and honest sharing. Very rare in these days I fear. Your artwork always amazes me and I learn from each image also.
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