Photo Image: A person stands on shadowed sand facing a mysterious pool of light between the edge of darkness where they are and the lingering sunset filled with hopeful clouds of pink, and yellow streaks across a cobalt sky with indigo edges. Photo by
Still You Shine | Sage Justice
I won’t say, “Get well soon”
for soon is not soon enough
in this moment of
timeless suspension
where I know a well of health
still bubbles within you
for without it
you would not still be here
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I won’t say, “I hope you feel better”
for hope is faith unseen
and I see in you all that is
perfect, whole and complete.
there is no “better” moment
than the presence of now
knowing you are thought of
cared for and so very loved
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Therefore, I say, “Hello dear one
how are you
on the spectrum of healing today
where are you pointing your view
to hold your focus
Has fear and hurt clouded your vision
or do you remember all that you are
and capable of being?”
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It doesn’t matter
where you stand
on the spectrum
of healing today
for I will stand with you
wherever you are
in silence
or in song
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I will not dismiss your discomfort
or minimize your pain
nor the light within you that still glows.
I see your shine and I hold it’s hand
and walk with it at night
under the moon
by the raging waves of Mother Nature
that knock us down and carry us home.
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I choose to be a witness,
not a judge,
nor a jury,
on this spectrum of healing,
while offering inspiration
and joy as our companions.
Presenting art, music, laughter, and good food,
as we Wonder and sing with Stevie, Songs in the Key of Life.
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In a world where
“change is the only constant in life”
and “love is all there is”
please allow me to remind you
of the miracle of you— your magnificence
your glory, your beauty, and your inherent health.
Even in the face of hardship
still you shine.
© Sage Justice, July 7, 2025. After I witnessed an unknown poet have her work usurped, I was given the legal advice to place the following © date and statement on all my work: This concept/theory/poem is original to Sage Justice. If you use it, please give credit and link to original work. Thank you. www.SageWords.org
I wrote this for one of my dear friend’s mother, who is going through cancer. I edited it with the thoughts of those who suffer from a chronic illness; are healing from trauma; PTSD; an acute injury; for my friends who don’t follow their dreams or pursue their passions for fear of failure; for all those who long deeply to be seen and to know their struggles haven’t been forgotten but who also grow weary of being asked about their progress managing their pain and are given platitudes in place of true compassion, empathy and understanding. May these words meet the hearts of those in need of healing.
Photo Image: In a vintage style, Polaroid picture that looks a little worn, over-exposed but authentically sincere, Sage Justice stands on a pier with the ocean behind her at sunset. She is reaching out her hand to someone in need. She’s wearing a red hoodie, black pants, and a loving smile as her wind blown hair falls near her left shoulder.
Sage Justice is an award-winning poet, author, critically acclaimed performing artist, and intensely sincere, bold humanitarian activist.
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Great audio quality and you have such a rich, beautiful voice, Sage!
Beautiful poem and wise words.