Don’t forget to breathe

When it seems like 

joy is hiding,

When it seems

laughter is 

A risk you can’t afford.

When you question

whether you can 

smile without lying,

don’t forget to breathe. 

In

And 

Out. 

Just be.

It is okay to be angry. 

In fact, you should

be mad.

Just don’t sit in it,

instead, let it fuel you.

It’s not wrong to be frustrated,

just don’t let it lead to bitter.

Don’t feel like you need to 

pretend you are ‘just fine’.

Our world is far from

‘just fine’.

So probably,

no one can claim that.

And if you can, 

well… that’s another post entirely. 

Let’s not pretend that 

we are okay 

and good with things

as they are. 

Let’s strive for more.

Let’s demand better.

Let’s pursue 

thriving for all.

When it seems like 

joy is hiding,

When it seems

laughter is 

A risk you can’t afford.

When you question

whether you can 

smile without lying,

don’t forget to breathe. 

In

And 

Out. 

I’m here. 

Beside you. 

Breathing. 

In 

And 

Out.

Take my hand.

Let’s get to work.

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