I return to my day to day life
And am carrying back with me
The level of peace
I’ve achieved
Bringing it forth
In the face of stress
Is a challenge
But must be done
If I am to remain healthy
And balanced
I must cultivate
Further inner calm
When the outside world
Tries to tear me down
Rip me apart
Teach me I am not worthy
Of happiness
I must fight
The good fight
Of self compassion
Maintaining a steady pace
Amidst the demons that play
When the world of samsara
Tempts me to hate myself