If today feels hard,
This is for you.
There's nothing wrong with you.
I know that critical voice in your head.
It can be so loud,
Telling you where you're falling short or how you're getting it wrong.
I also know that voice sends you into overdrive,
And you lose the compassion for your own human and imperfect experience.
There's nothing wrong with you.
You woke up today willing to try again,
To love,
To care for others,
To hope,
To put one foot in front of the other,
To take one more breath.
Sometimes,
That's all we can offer ourselves.
Just one more step.
It's okay to pause,
Here,
Now.
If it feels okay,
Let your shoulders soften a little.
Notice them drop from your ears.
Let your jaw loosen.
Breathe in,
And slowly look to the right,
And exhale,
And back to center.
If it feels right,
Put a hand on your heart center,
And remind yourself,
There's nothing wrong with you.
Today is just one day of many.
When tomorrow comes,
You can try again,
Wishing you love and peace of mind.