hold it close

When you want to feel loved

When you want to feel confident

When you want to feel happy

But you are feeling the exact opposite

Have a glance

At your daily life

Look for the little moments

That make you feel loved

By your friends or family

Or even when a stranger asks “how are you?”

Hold on to that feeling

Think about the time

When you overcame a obstacle you thought you couldn’t

But you did

Imagine how you felt

Confident? Strong? Tough?

Hold on to that feeling

Notice the little joys in life

Eating your favourite food, hearty laugh with friends

Maybe some deep meaningful conversations with your partner or friend

Hold on to that feeling

Let that fill you up

Let the happiness, gratitude, bliss consume you

Let your heart expand in gratitude and awe

Replay the happy memories from time to time

To remind yourself of their presence

To remind yourself there is good in life

To remind yourself that in these little moments

Your needs are being met

Even if they are little,

Focus on them and cherish their value

You will feel warmth in your heart and smile on your face

That’s how you fill the empty hole in your heart my child –

one positive feeling at a time

© Vrunda Chauk