Reflection on Peace

to find peace within the world,
start with finding peace within yourself

how do you do this?

discover the real you
   the undeniable "self"
be kind
be compassionate
blunder
   you are human
      mistakes are how you learn

you have emotions
   happiness
   sadness
   anger
   fear
   anxiety
      and more
embrace these things
you are human
you are not alone with these feelings
   they do not define you

ask yourself why you experience these things
the answers are within you
they are not found
   in other people
   with distractions
   with things
   from seeking love and acceptance from others
love yourself unconditionally
be at ease in your heart

learn to let go
embrace the struggles and the comfort
delve deeply into your mind, body, and spirit
discover the peace within yourself

when you are at
   peace
   peaceful
   peaceable
      your internal tranquility glows
      reflecting to the world around you

the world can be at peace
   but it begins with you