I have built a temple br In the deep recesses of my heart, br To which I withdraw br When I don’t want to take part, br br In the cacophony around me. br I feel terribly distraught; br Nation is full of angst and fear, br Thrown out of balance, peace is sought. br br It’s a place of utter bliss, br Where I feel pure joy. br Ever since, I learnt to do this br My spirits remain buoyed. br br The sanctum sanctorum within, br Helps me remain poised. br Connect with myself and Him, br Handle life with great sangfroid. br br It’s the only way I know, br To touch joy several times. br Live mindfully and feel alive, br Not get swept by high tides.