Have you?

Have you ever taken a moment
To listen to those relentless thoughts
That soar unceasingly through your mind?

Have you ever taken a deep breath
And felt the fresh air grow hard and stale
As it turns frantic, trapped in your chest?

Have you ever taken words as truth
Trusted them with your entrie heart
Knowing, or rather, hoping they will never do you harm?

Have you ever taken for granted
A devoted friend and when they're gone
You find their absence unbearable?

Have you ever taken a bold chance
Carefully spread out your sheltered wings
And taken that first leap off the cliff?

...I have.