Everyday Self-Aware

When I am challenged and surprised, faced with two faced masks in disguise
When faced with peeves, like eyes that pry, or pet hates like rudeness and lies

I maintain my cool, move in stealth, retain a relaxed steady breath
I look after my mental health, my cool, my peace for that's my wealth

In life I'll always be challenged, if hurt ignore thoughts to avenge
Instead observe, take notes and learn, assess, reflect, think and discern

It pays to always be aware of self and treat one's self with care
For no challenge's too much to bear, so for all things I'll stay prepared.

Copyright © 2016 Anthony Phillips (DUNTEE)

Never Raise My Voice Again

Henceforth I have now made the choice
To never ever raise my voice
To give myself some inner peace
And put my mind and soul at ease

I'll be as calm as I can be
And set my inner demons free
For I am done with all that rage
It's time to start on a fresh page

I will listen more to the heart
No longer tear my world apart
Remain as calm as still waters
Be as soft as melted butter

There's no more room for anger here
I won't be the one to cause fear
I'll never raise my voice again
For peaceful blood flows through my veins

Copyright © 2016 Anthony Phillips (DUNTEE)