Prayer
Hold on to what is good
Even if it’s a handful of earth.
Hold on to what you believe
Even if it’s a tree that stands by itself.
Hold on to what you must do
Even if it’s a long way from here.
Hold on to your life
Even if it’s easier to let go.
Hold on to my hand
Even when I’ve gone away from you.
A Traditional Poem of Uncertain Origin
This poem is widely attributed to the Hopi Nation, one of the Native American tribes that are part of the broader Pueblo peoples, though its exact origins remain uncertain. It offers a gentle yet powerful reminder to hold onto what matters—belief, purpose, life and love—even in times of loss.
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