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
