But not to yourself
How are you?
A common question that we ask
But barely to ourselves
You’re looking great!
A compliment that comes off easily
But it’s hard when it’s to us
Good morning!
A simple greeting that we always say
But we forget to greet ourselves
And the list goes on
The words of comfort we utter to other people
The warm hugs we offer to them
Our presence for their isolationOur words for their inspiration
How about us?
How about you?
Who comforts you?
Who gives you words of wisdom?
Who offers you a hug?
It’s hard and it’s sad
Especially when you pretend to be the best when you could barely rest
When you seem strong but it’s hard to hold on
When you look smart you should have a perfect path
When it appears like your life is filled with joy but it’s filled with holes
So please, be there for yourself
Pat yourself in the back for a job well done
Relax that face, you don’t need to fake that smile here
Relax and be you
If nobody has ever said this: I’m proud of you!
Not all of us can survive what you endured
Not all of us can understand what you’ve been through
Since you’re already at the end of this story
I’ll have to ask you sincerely
From a place of compassion
How are you?
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