Blessing of the Gentle Strength

The elders teach
that true power is not taken—
It is honored,
It is approached
with humility.

Some spirits carry
the weight of the earth’s memory,
and meeting them
is like standing
before an old prayer.

In a quiet way,
Respect is medicine.
and tenderness becomes
a sacred language
stronger than fear.

The ancestors whisper:
to touch life gently
is to remember
We belong to the same circle.
the same breath,
the same enduring song.

When the heart bows in gratitude,
The world grows softer,
and strength becomes
a blessing
instead of a burden.

🎨Artist and storyteller: Dorothy Vera