Confusion - exploring emotions through my art - Painting 12

Life is a journey.  

How could I suddenly be struck again with anxiety, fear, doubt and self-loathing?!  This painting which I call "Thorn" is in honor of those times where we take a few steps back in confusion.  

When I'm having one of these days - or weeks - I remind myself that I've recovered before.  I put into use the tools and insights I have learned through reading, therapy and meditating.  I remember that "this too shall pass".  It's not always this simple, but I refuse to give up on my journey of learning, self discovery and growth.  The trajectory is upward, even if there are detours along the way.