In some way, shape or form
we all try to live up
to someone else’s expectations
By doing that,
it changes every aspect
of who we are
and hinders us in some fashion
Being faithful to yourself
and being comfortable
with your own standards
is the core of who you are
You are truly authentic
when you come to the realization
that you are enough
When you can
lose yourself in your writing,
you can be free
to be your true self
and let your words
express your hidden voice
The only way
you can be your happiest
is when you’re yourself
In the end,
life would be meaningless
if you can’t be
who you truly are
“Always bet on yourself“
When the skeptics chime in
and shoot down your ideas
“Always bet on yourself“
When the detractors give you the odds
stacked against you
“Always bet on yourself“
When the critics
try to break your will
“Always bet on yourself“
Your dreams and life’s goals
are kept alive
when your resilience, hope, drive, passion and heart
are nurtured through your belief
that against
seemingly insurmountable obstacles
you will be triumphant
So block out the unwanted noise,
have faith and…
“Always bet on yourself!”
Midlife, Maniacal & Me 