by Anita Houghton, Diamond Approach student in the United Kingdom 3 group
Be kind to yourself, she said, be kind.
Now is not the time for playing games that cannot be won
Or for setting sail for destinations that cannot be reached.
Nor is it the time for recriminations for puzzles unsolved, needs unmet,
mountains unscaled.
It is a time to be still and to let the delicate tendrils of your heart unravel.
It is a time to listen to the sweet sounds of your soul,
To let the soft rain fall on those tired eyes
And the morning sun cast its rays on that long-frozen spirit.
Be kind to yourself, she said, be kind.
Now is not the time for conflict or war or heavy artillery
Or for solving the ancient riddles of your soul.
Nor is it the time for great plans or large gestures or long dreamed-of acts of
revenge.
It is a time to be still and to wrap yourself in the gentle light of your being
And allow it to do its sacred work.
It is a time for resting in the quiet company of those who love you
And who are happy for you to be…exactly where you are.