words cannot hurt
a mind trained
not to react
to what is beyond
its control;
what is spoken
can cause no pain,
for you choose
how the words land
and your response -
understanding,
they are not yours -
choosing to be water
unimpeded by a rock
is your opportunity
to show your strength;
own what is yours,
allow the rest to slide away -
these unworthy words
cannot change you
Tag: poetry
Dawn
Determination
whatever comes next,
keep going;
dark hallways,
sinkholes,
impediments,
diversions,
keep going;
every step back
is an opportunity to gather
before taking two forward,
you cannot be held back
by outside forces,
you're meant to live,
be in the moment,
accept the challenge,
keep going
don't linger,
don't dwell,
you cannot be stopped,
keep going