In a moment of deep despair
In a moment of conflict
In a moment of joy and celebration
In a moment of frustration
In a moment of anxiety
Be still
Watch closely
Be curious
See clearly
Listen deeply
Respect the wisdom of the body
Bring acceptance
Make space
Give up the struggle
Trust inner truth
Honor the fullness of the experience
Open to all no matter how painful
Make room for whatever emerges
If judgments come that seem to define the moment,
Let judgmental thoughts come and go
Stop struggling against thoughts
Notice rigid concepts
Notice blaming and shaming
Remember that thoughts are just thoughts
Acknowledge, respect, and honor all needs
Take active steps to move in the direction of deepest longing
Mindfulness & Wellbeing 
Some lovely small lines if this poem are perfect “in the moment” affirmations
Thanks for the gift
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Be Still reminds me of my Grandma, Mattie Mae, visiting with her brother my Uncle Lou
Silent Orators: Compassionate Presence
Common blood
Different and shared
Journeys hard
Each loving the other
Looking forward to their visit
Sitting together in peace…
eyes meet
an occasional smile
No need for…
a thought without destination
a word without meaning
a sound to interrupt a pause
a restless movement
a summary phrase without feeling
a promise without intention
a friendship without honesty
a gift in lieu of kind deeds
At ninety
Comfortable with sensory silence…
listening without sound
speaking without voice
Silently connecting
Walter
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Touches a deep place in me…beautiful image ….thanks
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Wow, seriously beautiful.
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