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Thursday, September 14, 2023

Every Tear Mattered: A Poem by Julie Jewels Smoot


 

Tears fall for all reasons

There’s something about tears

That makes them so beautiful

They fall for all reasons

And each one matters

They fall for sadness

For anger and for pain

For love and for loss

For happiness and for hope

And each one is special

And each one is valid

And each one is important

And each one is real

So don’t be afraid to cry

Your tears are falling for a reason

And each one is beautiful

And each one matters

No one of them matter

If you’re just holding them in

No matter how much it may hurt

Never forget it’s ok to release your feelings

Go ahead and just let them out

Don’t try to bottle them up

Say all that you have to say

And know that it doesn’t matter what anyone else thinks

Every tear matters

Every tear tells a story

Every tear is a reminder of our fragility

Every tear shows what it means to be human

So go ahead and let them fall

No matter how you feel, your tears will be heard

And no matter how hard life may be, permit yourself to cry

No one of them matters, but every one of them does

Your tears will never be worthless

Every single one matters and will be felt

For every tear of sadness or frustration, joy and gratitude

Everyone matters in ways you can’t always describe

In every one of these moments, you are allowed to be vulnerable

It’s ok to express the depths of your emotion

For every tear that may have been ignored or brushed off before

Know that they have value and deserve to be felt

Every single one matters

Your tears are a sign of strength

To be brave enough to express such raw emotion

Is a demonstration of courage

Let your tears flow, for everyone matters

They echo the symphony of emotions that you carry

Hold each tear close to your heart

For its weight and worth shall never be underestimated

All that matters is that they fall.

Not where or why or when, but just that they fall.

In moments of sorrow, turbulence, frustration and joy.

All at once, releasing the feelings both good and bad, all of which you have earned and deserve recognition for.

Forget the judgment of society, ignore the stare of passersby.

All that matters is that you, as the sole custodian of your tears, are free to let them fall as and when they desire.

This is both your right and privilege, depending on the mood that the day brings.

So stand supported, let your emotions show, and let each tear roll in its direction.

All that matters is that they fall.

Embrace each as a tributary of emotion,

help capture them before they become a forgotten memory,

wash away the guilt of an emotional unfolding. That's all that matters.

And every tear mattered.

Counting each drop, releasing the strain, the feeling of relief that follows the rain - each tear matters.

A reminder of the shared emotions that life brings. The personal investments made to keep us swinging. That deep down, as far down as the unreachable depths, understanding that each tear and every step matters.

That moment when something unexpected changes and stops. As the layers of protection of the spirit are stripped off. A single tear breached the surface, catching the attention of the universe. In that moment a single tear matters.

Every tear matters. From joy and pain, when it starts and when it ends. To everything in between, every tear mattered. Especially the ones frozen in time, when resources were scarce, but courage was plentiful.

Every tear mattered. A tribute to the uncommon trials that have helped shape us all. And how more often than not, the struggles were worth the fall.

Yes, every tear mattered. Acknowledge, accept, acknowledge, encourage, acknowledge. Because every tear mattered.

Every tear mattered when there were things we had to lose, to gain the strength it took to continue on. For when there was nothing else we could do, the tears kept us going.

They mattered when it was hard to be in control and when the sea of emotions threatened to overtake us. When the only answer was a response from the soul, we allowed the tears to come and they mattered.

Every tear mattered when the hardship ran deep and there seemed no light at the end of the tunnel. When we felt so alone and the mask we put on became too heavy to wear, every single tear mattered.

Every tear mattered when all was said and done. For within every tear lies the courage, strength, and healing that will bring us through.

Every tear mattered, for in each one we embraced a renewed and empowered spirit ready to face the world. It reminded us that our spirit could not be broken and our courage could never be taken away.

Every tear mattered for each one represented a lesson, a growth, a destiny that could not be denied. Just remember, no matter how long the journey may feel, know your spirit is powerful and every tear mattered.

To the one who was shedding them

To the one who was shedding them,

Through the tears and the sorrow, may you find the strength and courage to carry on. Remember that no one has the power to take away your spirit or deny your destiny.

The tears may represent a hardship or loss, a longing for something that cannot come, or a sorrow that painfully lingers. But remember that the tears can also grant us new understandings, resilience, and growth. They can shield us in times of despair and give us hope for the future.

Take each tear for what it is and find the peace, purpose, and courage within each one. You are strong, capable, and alive, for within every tear lies the power to endure.

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They were proof of life

The tears that we shed are proof of life. They tell the story and the struggles that we have been through, the pain we have felt, and the joys we have experienced.

Our tears shape us and define who we are. They are a reminder of how strong we are in the face of sorrow and a celebration of the love we can foster.

Though they have a bitter taste, our tears also make us feel alive. They tell us that we have not been broken by life and give us the power to carry on.

The tears that we shed are a testament to our courage and strength, a reminder that we are capable of facing challenges, no matter how hard they may be.

Let us take our tears as a message that life too short, too valuable, and too precious to waste in sorrow. Let us focus on the love and joy that can come with life, no matter how dark it may seem sometimes. Let us take courage in our tears, and never forget how every tear mattered

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The Power of Emotional Healing

Our tears are not only a reminder of the struggles and challenges we have endured but also a source of healing. Tears can help us let go of our pain and start anew.

Whether it is the sadness of grief or the joy of accomplishment, emotional tears are powerful. They are cleansing and healing.

The act of shedding tears helps us to process our emotions and move on. When tears are a sign of sadness, they can act as a release for the bottled-up emotions we are struggling to hold in.

When tears signify happiness, they remind us of the beauty and joy in life. Taking time to acknowledge and celebrate our accomplishments, big or small, can give us greater courage and strength.

No matter their origin, tears are powerful. Let us remember every tear matters and strive to live our lives in a way that honors the emotions behind them.

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And in that moment

The words of this poem titled ‘Every Tear Mattered’ by Julie Jewels Smoot embodies the power of emotional healing through the power of tears.

“Every tear mattered,

In that moment,

Every single one,

That wept, that shone,

Each drop was beautiful

And filled my soul”

The poem speaks of the beauty of tears and of its healing power. It acknowledges that every tear we shed is important and that it helps to process our emotions and move on. It speaks of the courage and strength that comes from acknowledging and celebrating our accomplishments.

This poem acknowledges that our tears are a reminder of our struggles and the challenges we have endured, as well as a source of healing. It also acknowledges that emotion tears can signify both sadness and joy.

The message of this poem is clear. You should remember that every tear matters and strive to live our lives in a way that honor the emotions behind them.

They mattered more than anything

The poem's next stanza reads:

"They mattered more than anything,

A reminder of our pain,

A testament to our strength,

Each one was a victory."

This poem acknowledges that our tears matter more than anything else. It acknowledges that we must embrace both our pain and our strength and use the tears as a reminder of this. It also emphasizes that each tear is a victory in itself, regardless of the underlying emotion or cause.

It's a poem that helps us recognize the importance of acknowledging our feelings and the power of crying. It encourages us to validate our emotions and understand that our tears are an important part of our journey. They remind us to recognize our strength and courage and to respect our own emotional process.