Solitude is a Place

 The world most definitely feels

bewildering and frightening right now.

I've begun to believe what I hear

coming from the outside world

is designed that way on purpose;

to scare the daylights out of me.

These days, I'm doing my best

to overcome my fears

and not only survive,

but thrive in this world.

I do this by telling myself

no matter how loud and

terrifying and confusing

things look on the surface,

there is a river of goodness

flowing beneath the surface.

where millions of people 

just like me are going about their lives

doing the very best they can

to be decent, fair and kind.

Loving others and themselves.

Doing everything in their power

to live in harmony with the earth,

with other beings while

seeking true justice for all.

This vision is my place of solitude.

kastilwell