Because of shame, I do not yet love my bisexual homo-romantic self. When shame is deeply rooted, it is toxic to our well-being and the well-being of those around us. It belittles our greatest accomplishments. It creates a wall around us that is built of suspicion, envy, fear, and hate of self and others that is directly connected to an overall perception that we can never be enough; never be successful, never be loved.