Life isn’t about just getting by

As individuals, we all find our way,

To get through the challenges, we face every day,

The journey we take, the paths that we find,

It’s a constant battle, within our own minds,

Insecurities come, in all shapes and sizes,

As we often try, to hide in disguises,

No matter where you, are at the moment,

We can be to ourselves, our biggest opponent,

For barriers we place, that do not exist,

And often our progress, we unfortunately miss,

So try not to worry, about what you can’t do,

You have many traits, that are going for you,

You are so unique, and capable of learning,

Anything that you, have any strong yearning,

Challenge yourself, push yourself to just try,

Life isn’t about, just getting by!

You were put in this planet, for you to achieve,

All that you can, but first you must believe,

No matter what you, now face in the future,

Don’t put things off, when it can be done sooner,

You know deep inside, what you’d like to do,

And holding you back, the only person is you,

For if you want something, don’t hesitate,

Life is for living, please don’t ever wait,

Not one single person, knows everything,

And you are so able, to learn anything,

Just make a start, don’t worry how fast,

And forget all the things, that make up your past,

For today is a chance, for you to explore,

All that you desire, and get out of life more.

— Alan Firmin