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An Examen for Times of Anxiety and Depression

May 11, 2020 by Holy Name Monastery 1 Comment

 

I pause (breathe in and out) and thank you for this day.  For the challenges, the emotion, the struggle.  For in all this, I grow closer to you.

I pause (breathe in and out) and ask that in the darkness I see your light and in my fear, I feel your strength.

I pause (breathe in and out) and remember that today, as in days before, I have survived.  When I’ve wanted to run I’ve stayed.  When I’ve wanted to hide, I’ve faced the day.

I pause (breathe in and out) and ask for forgiveness for the days I’ve faulter and the disease takes over.  I ask for compassion and love when I’m unable to give those to myself.

I pause (breathe in and out) and resolve to love myself more tomorrow.  And always feel your spirit around me in safety.

I pause (breathe in and out) and rest.

By Erin Roush

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