Crafting Your Personal Guidelines

Crafting your own success is no small feat,

It requires a plan, a guide, a beat,

Something to follow, something to lead,

A set of guidelines to help you succeed.

Success means different things to different folks,

For some it's wealth, for others it's a stroke

Of genius, a novel, a business or art,

Whatever it is, it's a place to start.

So how do you craft your own guidelines,

To keep you on track, to help you shine?

The answer lies in your heart and your head,

And the way you want your life to be led.

Take a deep breath, and think about your goals,

What do you want, what are your roles,

In life, in love, in work, in play,

What kind of person do you want to portray?

Write it all down, in a list or a chart,

Make it clear, make it smart,

Use action words, and positive phrases,

And write it as if you've already raised your wages.

Be specific, and don't be shy,

Write down things that make you high,

Things that make you proud, and things that inspire,

Things that light your inner fire.

Once you have your list, read it out loud,

Let it sink in, let it astound,

Feel the power, feel the might,

Of the vision that you have in sight.

Now it's time to make it real,

To turn your vision into a deal,

A set of guidelines, a plan of action,

To help you move forward, with satisfaction.

Break down your goals, into smaller steps,

And create a timeline, with no regrets,

Set milestones, and celebrate,

Every victory, no matter how great.

Remember to stay true, to your own vision,

And don't let others change your decision,

Keep your eyes on the prize, and your heart in the game,

And success will come, with no shame.

Crafting your own success, is a journey of a lifetime,

And with these guidelines, you'll be just fine,

So go ahead, and take that first step,

And create the life, that you won't forget.