Compassion

Today, this seemed to just come to me instantly.  I just kept writing and it kept flowing. I hope this reminds you that you are not alone in your pain. 

Through the Eyes of Compassion

When I look at the world

Through the eyes of compassion

I see humans, just like you, just like me.

Through the eyes of compassion

I don't see an angry, drunk man.

I see a child protecting himself from the world.

Through the eyes of compassion

I don't see the perfect hair, skin, and makeup.

I see a woman who has only known acceptance by her image.

Through the eyes of compassion

I don't see a person who cuts themselves and assume they are attention seeking.

I see a person overwhelmed by their experience and trying to finally feel something or feel nothing.

Through the eyes of compassion

I don't only see a striving perfectionist.

I see a person who fears they are unlovable.

Through the eyes of compassion

I don't see a mother who is losing her cool.

I see a mother who is trying her best to meet impossible demands.

Through the eyes of compassion

I see your pain, sorrow, joy, vulnerability, laughter, and struggle.

Through the eyes of compassion

I see something beyond myself.

And at the same time, I see myself.

Through the eyes of compassion

I am not alone in my shame.

I can see the struggles of others

And know we struggle together.

Through the eyes of compassion

I see you, I see me, I see us.

What do you see through the eyes of compassion?

By: Charlene Haapala