Suffering
Suffering is relentless
And can leave us scarred
It robs us of serenity
And drops us in the dark
Pain can be demoralizing
Dignity’s compromised
Attacking with disappointment
It strikes before our eyes
Your body feels contorted
Your thinking is unclear
Your form is unrecognizable
And cowering in fear
But pain can be a signal
And warn us of the truth
While wading in murky waters
That we’ve been muddling through
Awareness then is heightened
And leads us to react
A new way we must conquer
To better face attack
We start to shift our focus
To deeper, higher things
And start to bring our purpose
To understanding that it brings
Some pain can be a blessing
To make us pay attention
And force us to get stronger
And live with more intention
So, if you’re hurt and angry
There is a reason there
Don’t dwell in being powerless
Stay faithful and aware
Copyright © Alona Perlin | Year Posted 2016
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