Aaj Kal - ides of Change

Change like I mentioned in my last piece requires one to confront and acknowledge reality pretty fast. Especially if you start getting a feeling of not being in control. Many a times I have myself been a victim of falling in this trap and indulging myself in some cynicism. However one digs deep into one reserves and slaps oneself back into reality to prevent one from lapsing into such a mode.Today I recommit to all I hold dear To let the world know, through these pages of words That there are great people, from near and far Who know it's better to be motivated and positive and swing from stars Than to be negative, hopeless and trapped behind self-imposed bars I know there is negativity spewing throughout the land And sometimes it's hard to be positive To tell your mind to believe, as you originally planned But I have seen goodness and kindness, the impossible attained It has to do with self-belief, commitment and action Never giving up and trying again and again I feel this positive vibration everyday So many out there, trying to be A role model for others to see A smile, a gentle touch, a hand to hold A written thought that shows a heart of gold. Overcoming obstacles, small and bold Never giving up on the dream that their heart unfolds We are scattered across this planet, yet connected as one People who care and have work to be done Work that says "You matter, you can do this, be strong Remember when you couldn't then? See how you won?" So when you fell lost and down in your day Remember to look into your heart and ask, "Who do I want to be today? Someone with hope, faith and commitment? Is this possible for me?" I suspect your heart will smile and answer "Yes, that's what you were born to be."

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