A Stab in the Back!

“Et tu, Brute?” ― William Shakespeare, Julius Caesar

In 44 BC, Caesar was murdered by a group led by Brutus. This phrase in Latin meaning, "You too, Brutus?" were the last words of Julius Caesar to his close friend Marcus Brutus. It signifies utmost betrayal by a confidant. 

Betrayal does not always mean extra-marital affairs or swindling someone. It happens between friends, co-workers, siblings, parents or in intimate relationships. When the folks that we share a deep connection with stop caring, hurt starts seeping in.

It happens when the trust and love that someone placed in your safe-keeping is dis-regarded.  When you do something that you know is wrong and will upset and hurt someone close to your heart, that is betrayal! Most who experienced betrayal, saw the signs but continued to give that person the benefit of doubt.

Don't ask what happened
or how.
Ever wonder,
how you lost her?

How she drifted away?
One lie at a time.
How a wall rose up?
In disbelief and doubt.
How she fell silent?
To your deaf ears.

Mortals aim
poisoned words,
scornful looks, 
empty silences,
to kill the thing
they love.

A bruised soul
denounces you with lips.
Abandoned,
behind closed doors, 
Buries every day, 
memories, 
and thoughts of you.

I struggle, to bear
the agony of 
Of being mis-understood
Of being betrayed
By the one's i adored and revered.

“For Brutus, as you know, was Caesar's angel:
Judge, O you gods, how dearly Caesar loved him!
This was the most unkindest cut of all”

― William Shakespeare

“It's not your enemies who are likeliest to hurt you. It is, always, those you trust.” ― Rachel Caine, Bitter Blood

Vulnerability is about sharing feelings and experiences with people who have earned the right to hear them. Are you brave enough to be vulnerable? Betrayal teaches you not only about others but also about yourself.