Calm

What is the use of being calm

When life is like a gauntlet?

Is it even human

Being calm while waiting and observing

Blades criss-crossing

In front, ahead, behind you?

Mindfulness says:

Be here now.

There is nothing wrong with this moment,

It is perfect as it is

Embrace the gauntlet.

Inside, my heart is racing

Be quiet, be still

Close your eyes.

Slow down.

Breathe.

But slowing down doesn’t mean

To stand still.

Keep moving

One step at a time

Never stop

Never give up.