Is the thrill of victory worth the possible agony of defeat?
To me it is, because…
Too many times I said ‘no’ to conflict…and I felt like a coward
Too many times I said ‘no’ to challenge…and I felt like a looser
Too many times I said ‘no’ to risk…and I felt like I had lost out on something important
Too many times I said ‘no’ to my dreams…and I began to lose faith in them
Too many times I said ‘no’ to an opportunity in life…and I had regrets
Too many times I said ‘no’ to life…and I almost ended mine
What I discovered…is that it’s the chance, challenge and dreams in my life that gives me that sense of ‘meaning’ and purpose’ that keeps the light of ‘hope’ shining at the end of the tunnel.
And whether I succeed or fail with my goal, I have found that the sense of pride and satisfaction I gain, from having the courage to step forward in pursuit of ‘happiness’…..well, ‘that’ gives me lifetime of pride and satisfaction.
Too many times I said ‘no.’ So now, I say….YES!
cc: danahee May 2014
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