You need to extend a hand
Before someone takes your hand
There is risk involved
Courage is required
But almost always
If the intention is right
People are waiting for an extended hand
The barriers are mostly in our own minds
We create them and give them shape
Our insecurities get in the way
Most often, kindness begets kindness
A smile is returned with a smile
And beautiful connections are made
Because someone took the first step
And reached out
July 22nd 2016
When the doors close
Turn around
When the road is blocked
Choose another path
But what about perseverance?
What about persistence?
What about that?
The line between attachment
And detachment
Becomes blurry in an instant
What is stubbornness?
What is persistence?
When should one let go?
When should one move on?
Life’s a puzzle
And sometimes a maze
With big question marks
Around each bend
Give up on the idea
Of an easy life
Where things are straight forward
Where answers are found
September 20th, 2007
It is what it is
Stop fighting with yourself
Accept the moment, as is
You feel change is happening slowly
That might be
But worrying about it
Won’t speed things up
If anything
It will create roadblocks
Sometimes it’s two steps forward
One step back
Others have gone through this
Take a deep breath
And get back on track!
It is what it is
It’s not bad
Even when it’s hard
It may lead you
To something new and grand
When it’s difficult
Persevere
Perseverance separates the weak
From the strong
It is what it is
This phrase frees you from worry
From disappointment
From questioning and doubt
Lida Berghuis
January 31st, 2011
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