“I promise not to teach or train”

photo credit: Corie Howell (Flickr)

I promise not to teach or train,

or probe or lecture or advise,

but if you let me, I will listen,

and listen till your soul finds rest.

So hold my hand, and close your eyes,

and lean your head against my chest

and know that I believe in you.

Tagged: empathy, friendship, hugs, kindness, listening, understanding