Excerpt From the Compilation Prayer, Number 9, Serenity

Excerpts from the compilation: “Prayer” 9,
Serenity

I wish that we can practice and experience Serenity
And be aware 
Of our unresolved hurts, fears, anger
And triggers.
And see how they create separation and walls
And cause deep pain and sorrow
To ourselves and to those who we would actually,
really, love to be close to.
And also that we are aware
That we are human 
and have a heart
And to know
When it is good to be courageous
And stand up,
Open our mouths and speak.
And when it is respectful and dignified
To listen and give space. 
Or: 
That we remain silent,
Yet stay present,
And when it feels right, to let go or walk away.
Or:
To not be afraid to ask uncomfortable questions 
And embrace confrontation and 
Ferociously risk and do everything we can
To end a sense-less conflict 
And bring peace and harmony.
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