Masterpiece

It's not easy living in today's world.

Everyday is a challenge

Every day is a battle.

The sun rises in the eyes of those around you

How is it you only see darkness within you?

The burdens of today seem so heavy

The pain cuts like a knife.

But you are human my friend

Don't be so hard on yourself.

The falls of today seem so damaging

The depths of loneliness so scary.

But take it easy on yourself my friend

Accept the things you cannot change

And seek solace in your Creator.

Seek forgiveness of yourself; love the face you see in the mirror.

You are an awesome creation -

One of a kind. There's no other you.

Learn from your mistakes - they are meant to make you stronger

Not to break you. 

Be the friend you would like; check in on yourself often. 

Be the lover you desire; do not lose yourself to fulfill another soul's dream.

Be you, always always.

Reach out within you my friend

And see that a beautiful soul resides in you.

Keep your head up; life is so full of disappointments. 

And our hearts break in so many ways...

Into so many pieces.

But look! Each time you get back up,

You are a new soul, and like the potter's clay, stronger and firmer with each kneading that life affords you.

Do not drag yourself through self-judgement and discouragement;

The world already does that

So why add on to it?

You possess success; you just have to claim it.

Your battle is already won; you just have to realize your victory.

When darkness seems to creep in,

Watch for the break of dawn.

The world is always turning; in a few,

The sun will be shining in your face. 

Be positive even to yourself

You possess what you confess. 

Let everyday be a chance

To see it all anew. 

Let every pain be a reminder

That you are only human.

Let every breathe you take be a sign

That God has your back and He loves you.

So love yourself like He does,

Cherish yourself like He does you.

You are after all, His masterpiece.