Never have our speeches been simply flattery.
Nor have we looked for any special honours.
Even to save us from our Calvary.
We have, we hope not been fawners.
Sometimes depression seems overwhelming.
We have, it seems achieved so little .
But sit down , concentrate on the breathing.
We ourselves must not belittle.
Do not reject your deepest cravings
Just acknowledge them.
They need not end in suffering.
You need to be aware not numb.
You are not free when you do just what you like.
Only what your deepest self, your soul does like.
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Ask your deepest self
What it really wants to do
That is happiness
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See 1 Thessalonians 2:2-8