The Jigsaw Piece

The Jigsaw Piece

Based on a metaphor submitted to ACBS by pachester

When an unwanted or distressing thought arises, I try seeing it on a jigsaw piece. My jigsaw has many pieces, each representing the many different aspects of myself and my experience.

I see the jigsaw piece with my thought on it as it finds its allotted place in my jigsaw.

There is a space for this piece.  It is a perfect fit.  It belongs here, for whatever reason, even if I don’t understand or want it.

It is a part of my experience.  Just that.  Even if this piece looks ugly or painful or disturbing, it is one piece of a large and beautiful picture.