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The Insomniac's Prayer

  • Jul 9
  • 1 min read

Updated: Jul 21

Illustration of a candle burning by a window at night, beside a poem about sleeplessness, anxious thoughts, and morning hope.

Have you ever noticed that problems often seem much bigger

when you wake up at 3 a.m.?


Reflections

This short poem is written for sleepless nights. Waking in the middle of the night can magnify our fears, regrets, and self-criticism. What feels overwhelming in the darkness often eases with the first light of morning.


The Insomniac's Prayer asks for the strength to see beyond our anxious thoughts and trust that a new day can bring a clearer perspective. When we calm our minds, the reward of a restless night may be a deeper appreciation for life in the morning — a form of wisdom.


Question for You

When your thoughts become overwhelming, what helps you calm them down?


Affirmation

I do not have to believe every fearful thought. I welcome the peace, wisdom, and hope that come with the light of morning.



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