After this week's attack in Toronto, we are all struggling with the feelings of anger, grief, frustration, a bit of hopelessness, maybe even despair. It's terrifying that we can't always 'stay safe' and there are no guarantees that something drastic, tragic and unexpected won't affect our lives. But what if control and certainty were not the things we focused on? What if we concentrated on being fully alive and aware and awake right now - with appreciation and gratitude for each moment - instead of worrying about what will happen next or replaying what was? If you can live and love with a full heart, and if you can't, if you are brave enough to make a change right now, then fear and sadness won't have such a hold over you anymore. This is true freedom and peace of mind. This world is not ours to rule. But this moment is.
You give me something no one else can give You make me brave So that I think We could make something out of this Life could be so beautiful But I shouldn't think like this And yet, I've never felt so seen So thoroughly understood You meet me where I stand And lead me to a higher ground Just by being you. Your gaze pierces through me You unearth me. I trust in every word you breathe Your heart has earned my fealty It's sometimes hard to breathe When you're there beside me Thrilling but also comforting I lean into you so effortlessly I never worry anymore If I'm choosing right Or thinking straight You're the best bet I could ever make I like you on the inside as much as out I like your heart, your mind, your actions too I understand your pain I know about your fears I see the broken parts that you try to hide I've never cared like this Not really on the inside I'm selfless now and unafraid Finally - I know how it feels to lov...
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