I Am Not Alone ~ A Poem by Gabriela Mistral

💫 The Power of Embrace: Why We’re Never Truly Alone

I Am Not Alone

Gabriela Mistral

The night, it is deserted
from the mountains to the sea.
But I, the one who rocks you,
I am not alone!

The sky, it is deserted
for the moon falls to the sea.
But I, the one who holds you,
I am not alone !

The world, it is deserted.
All flesh is sad you see.
But I, the one who hugs you,
I am not alone!

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Reflection:

Mistral’s words invite us into a world where despair dissolves in the warmth of human touch. Even when the sky, night, or world feel empty, the act of holding another brings light and meaning. Her poem is a timeless reminder that connection is our greatest defense against isolation.

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Three Questions for the Reader:

1️⃣ When have you felt the transformative power of a simple hug or touch?

2️⃣ How do you offer presence to someone who feels alone?

3️⃣ What does “not alone” mean to you in moments of grief or sadness?