It’s OK to go down
all the way to the bottom
of your breath
It’s OK to stay there
for awhile
before the impulse
of the next inhale

These things move naturally —
There is a curve for turning
before the breath rises
and another one
up at the top

No need to panic —
You are not crashing
You will not fall too deep
and not be able
to come out

These systems have
their safe processes
They hold you sure and steady
and will turn you faithfully
when you are ready.

©Wendy Mulhern
September 29, 2014