Lasting joy

When all your busyness has depleted you, 
and you are tired of running from yourself,
trade the chaos in for some quiet time. 

But keep in mind that when you slow down, 
all the pain in your life you've ignored,
will now be right in your face.

Celebrate the beginning of your awakening...

There is nothing empowering about avoidance. 
With all the courage you can muster, examine all of it,
for this is the doorway to lasting peace and joy...

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