Breathe

Stop.

Just for a moment,

Take a step back and wait.

Wait for the rising of the sun.

For the twinkling of the stars.

The moment you need to heal.

One more heartbeat.

Just one.

Breathe.

Just for a small count.

Sometimes it's all you need.

To wait for the space between one and the next.

Wait for the thundering of your heart to calm.

For the racing of your thoughts to slow.

The next breath, nice and deep.

One more, just for me.

Stand.

Just for a little.

Put your shoulders back and chin up.

Up to look back down the long, long road

To look forward to brighter days.

Look at who you are and who you've been.

A little softer at the knees.

Ease off there, just a touch.

Breathe.

Just one more, nice and deep.

Hold it close and set it free.

Free from all your worries and the rest.

From all the tension and the dark.

All the maybes and what ifs.

The next breath comes a little easier.

On the next a smile blooms.

Ready.

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Thanks to Ashley Lima for suggesting this little challenge!

If you're interested in trying for yourself, check our the original post below :)