We sometimes seek approval from outside to feel worthy and loved.
Poem below reflects on when we decide to change the focus of our seeking.
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The day that I connected with the one who has always walked in my shoes.
The day that I connected with the one who has always laughed and cried with me.
The day that I connected with the one who has never been busy for me.
The day that I took charge for my well-being.
The day that I put down the begging bowl.
The day that I searched for the lost one within.
The day that I accepted myself as I have accepted my other friends.
The day I cared about myself as I have cared for my other friends.
The day I listened to myself as I listened to my other friends.
The day I showed empathy for myself as I have shown for my friends.
The day I held myself and said “I understand”, as I have said to my friends.
The day I felt content and calm as I have been in the presence of a loving friend.
The day that I did not have to wait for anything outside of me to feel supported.
The day I used my kindness to be kind to me.
The day that I sobbed in joy as I had finally met my lost friend.
The day I could share my feelings without effort, expectations or judgements.
The day I could be myself and be perfectly OK with me.
The day that I realized what it really means to be at peace.
The day that I become my best friend.
The day that I could love more.
Copyright .2020 by Shervin Hojat
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