Be Still

The ice on the surface is thin,

Don't move about. Be very still.

The quicksand swallowing in

Don't fret, think, Be very still.

The world may grow louder

Listen to peace, be very still.

Storms making skies darker?

Wait for the sun, be very still.

The old bridge creaks underneath

Wait for help, Be very still.

Your mind is the hunter, don't be its prey

Stand your ground. Be very still.

You who refuges in panic

And reverts to the comforting fears

Break your chains, have faith

Don't give away, be very still.

Be that tree under lightning

Be that forgotten field

Be alive, be chaos,

But always be very still.

- YIP