Too close for comfort.

I almost lost everything.

But the car stayed on the road.

The deal came through.
My loved one pulled through!
I got a second chance.
I feel relief when I feel safe.

The danger is past; now I can think about what almost happened.
I kept my false bravery aside. Perhaps I didn’t even know I was at risk. Perhaps I didn’t know what really mattered.

My relief always reflects a hidden fear.
My relief measures my fear and denial.

Perhaps I had too much at stake to face it all at once.

When I was in danger, I had to protect myself by minimizing my risk. Now I lowered my defences and looked at reality without even pretending.

I can admit how much losing really meant to me.

Relief is the beginning of self-knowledge.
Relief lets me feel my attachments and know how much I care.

Knowing what I really love is finding my strength.

Peace of mind.

Peace of mind comes from the assurance that you’ve done what was necessary and the ability to forgive yourself for moments of perceived weakness.

Genuine peace of mind is innate, not something you strive for, as the peace achieved through effort is often fragile and tentative.

To experience peace of mind, acknowledge your good intentions. You don’t have to wait for accomplishments; instead, find peace in the acceptance of your intentions and the commitment to do what’s right.

Whether it’s forgiveness or resolving a challenging situation, true peace of mind precedes the action, rooted in the belief in your goodness and your capability to follow through.

As Christian D. Larson suggests, “Promise yourself to be strong, that nothing can disturb your peace of mind.”