I am trying
to focus more on what
I do have in my life
than what
I think I’m
missing;
to identify the challenges I
can overcome
by myself, those that
require the help
of others, and
being able to
discern between the two;
to really
hear the beauty in the music
I love, see the splendor in art
that speaks to me, and
spend my time
more meaningfully
away from
screens and social media.
I am trying
to move past this
unrealistic ideal of a partner
I have created
in my mind;
to know that I am enough, and
that my path isn’t necessarily
one that converges with,
or even runs parallel to,
yours.
I am trying
to take pleasure in the
lessons I have learned and
be willing
to leave the
past where it is;
to be more accepting
of those who are not like me,
and those who
disagree with me on
a fundamental level;
to gain patience, to temper
my aggression, and
to respect those
around me.
I know that this is something that
will never be
complete until my
life ends.
But, still,
I am trying.
by Erik Shinker
Brilliant poem. I love this! Great work 😀
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Thank you so much!!
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It’s in the trying that you’ll succeed.
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Very good, though I think a lot of those ideals are very difficult to achieve.
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Thank you!
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I can relate to your message here. It’s hard to focus on what’s important in life. What’s REALLY important. I try to do just one thing each day so that before I go to bed I can tell myself “I got something done today.” If I get two things done, or three or so on, that’s great. But I have to take it one day at a time.
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Very well said; I’m so glad you were able to take something away from my words, even if it is just knowing you aren’t the only one who struggles with it.
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This whole poem speaks so deeply to me and what I am trying to accomplish in my life. beautiful!!
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Thank you so much! I hope you accomplish that!
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