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I Sleep

Then Pray When Awakened

By L.I.EPublished 7 months ago 1 min read
I Sleep
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I sleep because I’m not lonely in my dreams

I sleep because, my dream is the only thing that make sense to me

I sleep in the same position I always sleep

On one side, head submerged underneath the cover

Hiding from ghosts and spirits

And also life responsibilities

When I close my eyes and lay in bed life seems easier

Easier to breathe

No overthinking in my dreams

Just me sleep at peace

Mornings are hard

Of course my heart and soul won’t let me get out of bed

And enter a state of anxiety and panic

Stuck in bed holding on to peace and warmth

So I fall back to sleep

Just for a little more clarity

When I wake up, I pray for strength

And a good day ahead of me

A day of productivity and positivity

Where my thoughts are controlled and overthinking is limited

Where peace continues to flow through my mind, heart, and soul

Where every breath I take feel light and my body doesn’t feel heavy

A good day, that doesn't ends in tears

So I can love being awake

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About the Creator

L.I.E

Hey, I'm Emily! Thanks for reading. Hope you read something that inspires you. Or something that you find relatable.

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  • Mother Combs7 months ago

    💙

  • Rasma Raisters7 months ago

    A most passionate write. Fully understood as I am an anxiety warrior always,

  • Mariann Carroll7 months ago

    I never understood why people sleep a lot now I understood. Sleep for others is like reading a good book.Great Poem 🥰

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