Doubt pulls me into a chasm of dread. Spiraling in darkness. Out of control.
Stop!
Hope glimmers briefly—but the bonds of anxiety choke it.
No!
Let go. Breathe deep.
Resilience sparks… grows. I grasp a flicker, encourage and feed it.
The glow swells… black shadows recede.
I’ve got this.
Tawnia is an elementary teacher in Ontario who started writing a few years ago. You can find her on Twitter @TawniaCourage.
The two-voice format and sway of the piece are extremely effective. And really, just super relatable. :}
Very effective portrayal of the internal struggle toward resilience.
Beautifully worded.
You’ve got this! Beautiful!
Yes, you’ve certainly captured it. Everyday things are never as bad as we imagine. Well-voiced.