That ability to smile through chaos and judgment
That capability to stay calm and use patience as armament
I am looking for that peace of mind which cannot be destroyed
I am trying to be so painstaking that all blinkeredness I avoid
That ability to hear the words so often left unsaid
That capability to reach out to emotions we dread
I am looking for that compassion that affords comforting balm
I am trying to be so cautious that I cannot cultivate charm
That ability to accept differences in views opinions creed
That capability to accede to home truths whence the mind is freed
I am looking for that wisdom which can overcome vainness
I am trying to be so soundless that I can sharpen my finesse
That ability to let go of things wrong decisions ego negativity
That capability to stop playing God and trust in serendipity
I am looking for that evolved spirit that goes beyond insignificance
I am trying to be so conscious that I review my own performance
That ability to keep sentiments in check and not let moods lead
That capability to not cry out loud even when the hurt does bleed
I am looking for that strength so resilient yet unobtrusive
I am trying to be so hard-wearing that wounds become elusive
That ability to perceive the best in each and everyone
That capability to appreciate the effort whether you have lost or won
I am looking for that large-heartedness which helps me overcome
I am trying to be so gracious that I am content with the mirror and some