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Focus On Your Breath

When life's chaos 
     leaves you overwhelmed;
         it's roar so loud you can't hear 
              the sounds of nature,
                   simply close your eyes and breathe.

Listen to your own thoughts.
    Imagine yourself a monk 
         sitting atop a hill; eyes sealed shut.
              Enhale air into your lungs
                   and let out a prolonged gasp!

Focus on your breath.
     Hum to the song of the wind!
          Be one with nature and hear 
               the wind murmur and sigh; let it whisper
                    secrets unshared into your ear.

Take in the breath of life
      and feel utter freedom
           in your "happy place."
               You'll come away
                    with a peace of mind.


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Writing Prompt - Breathe - Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Constance La France
Words used: breathe, murmur, whisper, gasp, sigh, utter.
Date written: 04/27/2021

Copyright © | Year Posted 2021



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Date: 5/11/2021 7:12:00 AM
Beautifully written and a great positive take on the challenge, I enjoyed reading this.
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Date: 5/10/2021 1:47:00 PM
Edward, congratulations on your win in my Writing Prompt - Breathe - Challenge with this beautifully penned poem, so soothing well done, peace _Constance
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 5/10/2021 4:48:00 PM
Thank you very much for my placement and the congrats, Constance:-) Most obliged.
Date: 5/9/2021 8:33:00 PM
Congrats Edward! Your win was inevitable!
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 5/10/2021 5:27:00 AM
Thank you for the revisit and comment, Seeker:-) Most appreciated.
Date: 4/30/2021 9:57:00 AM
Wow! An amazing take on the contest!
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 4/30/2021 10:12:00 AM
Thank you so much, Seeker:-)
Date: 4/28/2021 7:52:00 AM
Love this. God bless you always, Love, Gina
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 4/28/2021 1:56:00 PM
Thank you for the wonderful visit, Gina:-)
Date: 4/28/2021 5:37:00 AM
Much peace and serenity in this poem Edward -- a meditation that heals.
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 4/28/2021 6:56:00 AM
I appreciate your feedback as always, Vijay:-) Stay blessed, my friend!
Date: 4/27/2021 9:22:00 PM
I agree it does help Edward. It helps one to sleep better too. A relaxing piece with sage advice. Blessings xxoo
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 4/28/2021 6:55:00 AM
Yep, relaxation is extremely helpful...and healthy! Thank you for the wonderful visit, Connie:-)
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