Less than the weed that grows beside thy door
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker feels less valuable than a weed growing beside the beloved's door.
- In plain terms
- I am worth less than a weed near your door.
- What can you take from it?
- Self-worth can feel low in love.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes you feel unworthy?
- How do you value yourself?
Another view
Comparing self to weeds reinforces negative self-view.
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