Body Image Haikus

I've seen my body
a mask I show to the world,
not my own true face.

I've seen my body
a lure to gain attention,
love and approval.

I've seen my body
a useless shell for my mind,
worthy of neglect.

I've rushed in eager
to devour my soft heart
and cast off the rind.

An old friend whispers:
You can tend the inside by
tending the outside.

Yoga teaches me:
Body can calm the mind and
the mind, the body.

Before bed, I pause,
take down the scented lotion,
rub my legs, for me.