Inevitable Togetherness Poem by Mike Griffith

Note about 'Inevitable Togetherness': I so often find myself isolating from others when depression or anxiety creeps in. It is so unhealthy and self destructive to become isolated, but I find it so VERY difficult to reach out when I am hurting. Being around others, I believe, is what God intended, and is so vital to mental and spiritual health... and ultimately is crucial to physical health and happiness. I am working on this... and am getting better at NOT seeking out the dark closet when I am hurting. I wrote the above piece as I waiting in my car for a men's group to convene. It was raining so hard that I hesitated leaving the car, and truth be told I was more content to sit in isolation than to go be among others. The rain gave me a peace - as I've always loved a good storm. I watched the rain fall and come together in streams and somehow, 'Inevitable Togetherness' popped into my head. I occasionally get out of my own way just long enough for the beauty of nature to show me the way. After writing it down I did get out of the car, and like the raindrops, I found my way to the others.
MG

Written 2008-ish