Look deep into your own heart

Look deeper then into your soul

search the very bedrock of your being

ask yourself but one question.

Peer into your dark quarters

examine those things

about which you do not want to know

grapple with your demons and your doubts

find that deep and holy place within from where

all the warmth of your being emanates

immerse yourself in the rhythms of breath

allow them to inform your senses

and know yes the question is answered

know again that this profound knowing guides your step

as you stand in the whirring, buzzing morass of contradiction and complexity that we all live each moment of our lives in.

Trust what you do not have words for

as you face your fears

one by one

calling them

into the light

meeting them,

feet apart,

arms by your sides,

palms open.

Stand.

As they glare at you and throw their punch.

Allow the blow to remind you that they too are real

then not making a fist

forgive your fear

leave it free to find its own path on the planet

It is this way with Peace

both inner and outer

you retain your fragile control

in a world that is out of your control

you face your foe with open arms,

when need be absorb the blow,

and wish a place in heaven

to wait patiently for your adversary

as they enjoy a long and fruitful life.

Refuse to name an enemy.

Let your grudges

walk away with your fears.

It is this way with Peace.

It can only be done completely.