It’s a gift that’s origin I’ll never know
An emotion that feels good to show
That will pick you up when feeling low
It’s selfless, it’s Empathy
It requires no ego all heart and soul
No plan or scheme or ultimate goal
A remedy for life’s sometimes heavy toll
It’s healing, it’s Empathy
It puts yourself in another’s shoes
Help understand different views
And gain more than you stand to lose
It’s everything, it’s Empathy
Bigotry, ignorance has no chance
Embrace it now and take the stance
Practice love and care and acceptance
It’s easy, it’s Empathy
22nd November 2022