We are together
Then suddenly
We are alone
We are forgiving
A moment later
We judge those
Who are already gone
We try to seek
More peace and shelter
And after we become
More isolated and undone
There is a price for being helpful
You understand a person
Only if you know
That pain and torture
Aren’t on their own
They are for killing
Bad habits of your soul
Do not pretend to be a martyr
Do not expect to have more balls
Then you already have to fight
An illness or a loss
A downslide or stupid boss
Just be yourself and make mistakes
Be happy when it does make sense
Be angry when it’s needed
Be careful with your body
Be gentle with your soul
Be grateful for what’s life has given
And don’t forget your future goals.
poetry for self-relief 