In the rush of life, we stumble and fall,
"Get up," they say, "give it your all."
But seldom they whisper, "Rest, recharge your soul,"
For how can you give your best if you're not whole?

A relentless world, fast-paced and unkind,
Hustle culture ensnares our mind.
"Give more, work more," it demands, ever loud,
While our inner self yearns for peace unallowed.

We consume and crave at a furious rate,
Chasing shadows, comparing our fate.
Grieving for things that we do not possess,
In this race, our joy is less and less.

Pause, slow down, and take a deep breath,
Reflect on life, step back from the death
Of gratitude, lost in the frantic chase,
Find the joy in your own unique space.

Comparison, the thief of joy, steals our light,
Show gratitude, and let your heart take flight.
This life is yours, a gift to behold,
Embrace it with love, let your story unfold.