Skosh

It's not a new idea,
To imagine how small you are.
Just start with elephants and work up to the sun,
And don't forget that it is just one star.

Then recognize your size compared to a beetle,
I believe Pascal recommended this.
Imagine its size compared to one of its atoms,
And one of those atoms encompassing a universe.

Now where you stand is both meaningless and important,
Though either way it's you making that distinction.
And this is supposed to help your understanding of
Your place with regard to general existence.

And it's alright,
Whether this helps or creates desperation,
At least if you're down you can remember you're only a skosh depressed,
Compared to depression's potential.