Rise and Remain Like the Sun
Poem: The Dog and The Sun
The sun was shining brightly.
A dog passed by, saw the sun, and began to bark at the sun.
When the dog saw the sun was still, the dog barked even louder…over and over again.
The sun remained still.
Deep down, the dog knows that if it gets too close to the sun, it’ll get burned.
Though, the sun has the greatest heat and the best burning abilities,
the Sun remains the life force,
the Sun remains the life energy.
The flowers love the sun.
All living beings that seek the comfort of the Sun love the Sun.
Even the dog that barks at the Sun relies on the Sun.
The Sun can burn.
The Sun can give light.
The Sun can nourish lives and spirits.
The Sun energizes many living beings in the Universe.
It doesn’t matter which dog barks at the Sun.
The Sun still rises every morning.
The Sun continues to light the moon even after it disappears.
If you are striving for success, peace and bliss,
never be afraid of the negative opinions of others.
Remain like the Sun.
Continue rising.
Continue being the light.
Continue giving your light.
Those who negatively criticize, condemn and complain against your efforts,
let them bark.
The dog is barking because it’s seeing the Sun from its world.
Those who see from their distorted lens,
will continue believing what they see as the ultimate reality.
You…remain still and calm like the Sun.
You…rise, shine and remain like the Sun.
Burning bright like the Sun remains your attire!
I wrote this using dog as an example. But that doesn’t mean I hold grudges against dogs. I’m an animal lover and love dogs. This is just for awakening intrinsic motivation in everyone!
I hope you enjoyed it. Thank you for reading my insights.
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About the Creator
Dharan Murali
💫I'm a couple & family therapy trained social worker, writer & spiritual aspirant. I write from my empirical knowledge, life lessons & spiritual experiences.💫
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