I am part of a tribe…
...Of people.
We all are.
The greatest team that ever lived.
Except…
Are we still a team?
Because it doesn’t feel that way.
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It’s like someone put an ‘I’ in team
And now it’s all “me,” “me,” “me.”
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But what about me?
How do I succeed without my team?
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Once, you stood behind me.
Raised me on your shoulders,
Offered me a hand when I needed it most.
Now, you block my path.
Charge me admission.
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But what am I without my tribe?
Lost.
Because I have no role to play.
No purpose to share.
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And a tribe without purpose…
Is a herd spooked by its own shadow.
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We run in all directions,
And leave ourselves behind.
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Loneliness is on the rise…
And we wonder why.
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Singular mindsets
And selfish egos,
Rob us all of our community.
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Our leaders no longer lead,
They leave us all behind.
Ignore our cries
And hide behind their lies.
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They spend our money,
And take our homes.
Because they need more.
No matter the cost.
Not one house but three,
And a boat the size of four.
More, more, more.
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But us...?
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We need our tribe back.
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The world is an uncertain place these days, with greed and self-righteousness destroying our communities. But we are still a tribe, with or without those in charge. Hate is not a currency, despite what the global tech giants want you to believe.
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© Simon George 2025. All Rights Reserved.
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About the Creator
Simon George
I write poetry, fiction, and non-fiction. In 2021, I published my debut book "The Truth Behind The Smile" a self-help guide for your mental health based on my personal experience with depression. Go check it out.
IG: @AuthorSimonGeorge
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