Everyone has some weight on their shoulders, brought on by issues and problems they have yet to get rid of; a burden they carry. There are times when their burden weighs nothing and they push on without that much issue. They forget what they have strapped to their back. Sometimes it can become too much and weigh them down to the point where it hinders them on a daily basis. It becomes too much that they start to break down, their body crushing under the weight until they can no longer move. They feel like they are alone to have this burden weighing them down and they must deal with it on their own.

With dedicated support, one can ease the weight off of one's shoulders, even if it just for a while. It lightens their load and gives them a small break to just breath collect their thoughts and gather their strength. One's selfless concern and loving support will feel like a blessing to one who feels like they are alone with their inescapable problems. They wish for the other not to bare so much weight and want to help them to try to lessen the load with whatever power they have. They can carry some of it or help completely remove the chains keeping the others torturous weight off of their shoulders.

Be that someone and lighten their burden if it becomes too great. Give them some breathing time and a chance to gather their strength. Lend a helping hand. Everyone has their own problems and burden they carry around, but are you willing to ignore what is on your shoulders to help another?


artwork © 2016 Alex Cockburn