Nighttime Self-Compassion

I can’t fall asleep.

Restless. Too much on my mind.

Wired yet tired.

Some days this is life.

How do I accept what is?

How do I let go of what isn't?

I know what to do.

I must step onto my path.

Remember the way.

Meet the struggle with love.

Allow the feelings to be.

Be kind and breathe.

I breathe in the ache.

Then soothe the fears and worries.

I breathe out relief.

I breathe in again.

Then allow the pain to be.

I breathe out and smile.

- by Marnee Weber