In this time

of emotional poverty

and dim-ness of spirit,

bestir yourself 

to rise through the fog

of apathy.

Be compassion

in a world gone numb

with fatigue,

a whisper of hope

in a society

of dying dreams.

Be the beat of all hearts,

the light of joy

in all eyes you meet,

the inspiration towards grace

and forgiveness

in cruel and unforgiving times.

Be the one who sees

clearly and without judgment,

in a world blinded 

by its own

discontent.

For the rest of this life,

with all your heart…

Be This.