7.4.15 We come upon it

Conscious detachment is an innate,  compelling experience.

We come upon it at times when we care deeply for someone

who is sorely challenged ; 
when we will be present and loving and caring

but cannot afford to fall in too deep, with anxiety

and worry about them, and all those confused

well-intentioned codependent places we can go. 

Instead, we pull back with clarity and necessity

filled with empathy, and we remain present for them

right there for them, with that awareness . 

What a remarkable place to learn to be.

What a remarkable way of respect and compassion and of love.