Almost at the Finish Line

Each step feels so heavy,

As if each ankle is shackled,

Resisting each step forward, 

Regressing and falling at times.

Time keeps flying past,

Too fast!

But each step is so slow,

Trying to catch up

As I catch my breath.

I'm almost at the finish line,

So close yet so far. 

The deadline is so close,

Yet I am so behind. 

But dear self, 

Take a deep 

breath and 

pause.

Yes time does not wait but

Treading your way 

with the shackles of worries 

will not help.

Pause and take a quick look back

look how far you've come

and how much you've learnt

and unlock those shackles

with the key in your hands

And start taking that step forward

With all your might

And you might

just be able to keep going

the best you can

To the finish line

Past all the grey clouds

With clarity 

And peace in mind

That you're going to reach the finish line

And you're going to be just fine.