The Art of Patience 2/19/2025

Being mindful
When reacting
Knowing when
To speak up
And when to
Remain silent
Is the art of patience.

Feeling into the
Energy of each situation
 Feeling the energy
Of another person
Are two mindful ways
To determine
What one’s reaction
Should be
Or not.

Sometimes saying
Or doing nothing
Is the best action
And other times
Speaking up
And taking charge
Is the best medicine.

Be like
A Venus Flytrap plant
 Mindfully waiting
To make its move
For it only gets one chance
To be right
Or there’s no food
To consume.

Think twice
Before speaking
Be considerate
Of other’s feelings
 Expressing patience
As a Venus Flytrap
To avoid
Hurt feelings.

Always remember
Lead every conversation
With love
It’s easier
On the first try
To make things happen
Right.



Maggie Spaulding
Poem Author