If nothing else,
don’t doubt yourself.
If nothing else,
don’t discount the wisdom
planted deep inside you
from the very moment
of your birth.
If nothing else,
don’t be afraid
to be yourself
in all your glory.
If nothing else,
don’t for a moment
waste your life wishing
you were something
or someone else.
Should you decide
you want to be
something more,
start first
by being who you are.
Chances are
you will find
no need to be anything
more than you already are.
Suggestion: Read this one speedily and it will hit you where it matters.
Pretend you are a machine gun reading this poem.
Click here to hear me read this poem.
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Poetic Alchemist 
Thanks Blondie, Nasra, and Brenda for your comments.
Nasra, please take care of yourself. Blessings of health to you.
Blondie, good vibes are important in poetry.
Brenda, I believe poetry’s power lies in the aloud reading of it. That’s nice this one touched you.
I really like this one Don. It’s funny, but often, when I come to your blog, I find that you’ve posted a poem that speaks to me about the very thing I am dealing with at that moment, and it’s a comfort. Thank you.
PS-
I read it out loud quickly as you suggested, and started to cry as I read these words
“don’t discount the wisdom
planted deep inside you
from the very moment
of your birth.”
Yes.
Its takking me a bit of time to get back to my ormal self…But its good to be here back to your poetry ….
Hope all is well
Very insightful and wise words! Your poem is full of inspiration and has such a good vibe. Love this one !
Thanks so much Polona and Gautami. Much appreciated.
yep, i guess that is what it’s all about.
I always find something positive in your posts. Thanks for this.
Thanks Borut and Floots. Have a great weekend. Borut, you’re right on the image of God.
sound advice i’d say
i could feel the “machine gun” rhythm in my head
but was waiting to hear it from you too 🙂
Why not be proud of
The fact that man was made in
The image of god?!:)