The feeling of contentment that lifts you up out of the darkness that your pain surrounds you with.

The feeling of pure satisfaction in the little things, nothing out of the ordinary, more so like smiling when the birds sing.

The feeling of calmness in the midst of a busy world, finally creating your own space, because you’ve realised you’re running your own race.

The feeling of happiness as you lay in your bed staring, at absolutely nothing, but relishing in that moment, simply appreciating the serenity that comes from enjoyment.

And before you close your eyes, you say a small prayer, and wait to awake in a new day for another fresh breath of air. To recreate that same feeling that went through your heart and right into your soul.

You continue to build the tower of peace you’ve been striving for, barely thinking of what may happen if you fall. Because protecting your peace is at the center of self care so you’re willing to take the risk, so that you don’t miss, what could take you there.

by Ya Gyal