Lately, I have realized that the mindset I wake up with can truly set the tone for my entire day. The thoughts that I let my self-carry can distract and change my outlook, and not always in a positive way.

It is very easy to ponder on more negative things than positive. The insecurities, the fears, and the anxiety can build up so easily. Of course, I try to be optimistic, but sometimes the stress pushes itself in front of everything in my mind.

I was on Twitter recently, and I stumbled upon a short, simple poem that started off by saying "Good Morning", and then continued to list a few things that are very tough to say good morning to. It was basically a way to beautifully acknowledge and accept the hard things that we face every day.

I gathered some inspiration from that poem and decided to mirror it and extend it a little. I took the idea and applied it to my own thoughts and struggles.

Good morning

to the weights on my shoulders

the endless thoughts in my mind

the chaos to come

Good morning

to the long day ahead of me

to my sleepy, dreary eyes

the song that fails to leave my head

the continuous cups of coffee that keep my feet moving

Good morning

to the window by my bed

to the sun that strikes through as I open my curtain

the bike ride down a quiet street

Good morning

to everything that is heavy

to every moment of doubt and fear

to every tough journey, I will find myself taking in one day

Good morning to the sky

and all that it brings

the rain and the heat

the blues and the grays

Say good morning

to the things that are hard to speak to

and the things you shield your eyes to

they will grow and grow

but so will you