Feels the pain of another,
Sees the wounds already inflicted.
If only the heart
Pauses, before harsh words
Meant to wound further, leap out in anger.
If only the signs
Of depression are seen early
By caretakers whose role includes such seeing.
If only we learn
To expand our hearts, feel the Spirit within
That is everywhere and connects us to all other hearts.
If only we learn
To learn and teach, with minds
That never disconnect from our hearts and our souls.
If only we all learn
To admit our faults and say sorry,
And make amends, not get into denial and self-righteousness.
If only we see
The need of the hour
Is to weep, to reach out and to show genuine care.
If only we spread
Awareness that all lives are important,
That we all need to improve and find creative ways of caring.
If only.
- Dr. Devdas Menon
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