Put Life into Perspective
The attitude I discuss in this poem has given me the courage to embark on a number of new endeavors in my own life, including starting this platform.
Can’t be Bothered with Nerves
At this point in my life,
I haven't the patience for fear
can't be bothered with nerves
Self-doubt oft steals more than it deserves
and we let it of course -
that's the easy way out
Then at the missed mark of our goals
we so righteously pout:
"I just couldn't do it"
But is that so, love?
Or you just didn't do it
when push came to shove?
Now don't get me wrong -
we're allowed to feel afraid,
have our doubts, second guess
Just become privy to the moment
your actions digress
from your soul’s deeper knowing
- the path you know you need
to reach your dreams and supersede
your stubborn ego
always saying ‘no’
to your grand ideas
convincing you they’re dumb
You can learn to mute this voice
without making yourself numb
Call to mind a higher purpose -
do it for the world's sake
because when we align with a greater 'why'
we don't feel our own hands shake
Some people may taunt you
and we do care what they say
but they're not thinking about you
at the end of their day
So you do you, boo no need to feel shame!
So long as you’re kind,
you're not obliged to be tame
Easy in theory,
but how to make it stick
with walls of insecurity
so unbearably thick?
Go ahead, have your fright,
just don't eat it too
Fill your plate with motivation
and the lots of pleasure too
It's awfully hard to feel self-conscious
when you're busy having fun!
That's my secret ingredient
to getting it done
Turn your jitters into joy
- feel so glad to have this chance!
Those shaking legs
are really begs
to do a happy dance
Anxiety can serve us
and it shall not debilitate
because life is far too short
to let worry paint our fate
You'll regret the leaps not taken
more than those that sprained your ankle
because courage is something for which
we later will feel thankful
Bones can heal
and embarrassment doesn't last
So let your future self feel proud of its past
I invite you to indulge in your most exuberant spirit
and to your toxic inner critic…say:
"Today, I just don't want to hear it."
POWER MOVE: Do something today that scares you. If you feel nervous, remind yourself: “I’m going to die one day. And it won’t be from this.”
Bonus points if you have have FUN with it!!
Tip: please don’t do anything life threatening :)