"Calmness Brings Accurate Reflection" by Susan Pearl

Whenever I take a moment of pause, a quiet time, a moment for reflection-
   especially during a time of illness-
I have learned that I should be in a calm state of mind,
Because having and seeing a reflective moment is like looking into a mirrored pool of water,
 the reflection can only look accurate and when the water is calm,
If there is any turmoil or turbulence or ripples
  the reflection will be distorted.
Even though my surrounding may be turbulent I can be calm and reflect within myself-
and be at peace.
It is an internal refection of being at peace with one's self and having peace of mind,
   trusting that no matter what--no matter which way---it is going to be o-kay---
It is this trust that brings a reflective calmness and a perspective that is clear
   and can be seen with great clarity and depth.