This untitled poem by Anne Hillman, which is in a book of collected poems called
Life Prayers, speaks to me especially now. It is also a good example of the
yogic principle ahimsa or non-harming. Ahimsa is being kind, friendly and
considerate of other people, animals and the environment. It also means having
that same attitude of kindness and compassion towards ourselves.
We are all on a journey together . . .
To the center of the universe . . .
Look deep
Into yourself, into another.
It is to a center which is everywhere
That is the holy journey . . .
First you need only look:
Notice and honor the radiance of
Everything about you . . .
Play in this universe. Tend
all these shining things around you:
The smallest plant, the creatures and
objects in your care.
Be gentle and nurture. Listen . . .
As we experience and accept
All that we really are . . .
We grow in care.
We begin to embrace others
As ourselves, and learn to live
As one among many . . . .
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