This poem invites us to imagine a different kind of enemy—one that doesn’t oppose or hate us, doesn’t rush us, and doesn’t need to negotiate. An enemy that patiently waits to help us become more authentic, more grounded, more humble, and human....

There’s a strange moment when trying harder actually makes everything worse—and most of us don’t realize we’re in it. What happens when we stop performing, persuading, and proving—and allow life to meet us where we are? 

Keep this poem for quiet moments of wonder and awe...

This deceptively brief poem, “Kind” by Leonard Nathan, holds immense depth and healing power.

Close friends reveal new worlds within us—more creative, wise, and kind versions of ourselves that might never exist without them. Express your deep gratitude to them. You could pick up the phone, write a letter, or even send this poem as a tok...