It Comes From Within

Read not this poem for inspiration;
Look for it rather from deep within.

It doesn’t come from a witty plaque;
It’s self inflicted – and that’s a fact.

Words from outside may help motivate,
But the thoughts you have are what makes you great.

Stop waiting for others to inspire you;
Believing in yourself is the first thing to do.

So take my word and don’t take my word;
Make your inner voice the one that’s heard.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Brown Avatar
February 24, 2011 at 6:00 AM
Joe,a belated congratulations to you in the contest of Gareth James "Inspirational". Love, Carol
Pettit Avatar
February 15, 2011 at 5:28 PM
Good set of rhyming couplets. Congratulations on winning with this entry.
Laan Avatar
February 15, 2011 at 11:01 AM
Wonderful poem Joe, Congratulations.
Sweetheart Avatar
February 13, 2011 at 6:48 AM
Congrats Joe on your wonderful winning poem in the Inspirational contest with this awesome entry and write ... enjoy another top ten victory with luv..my friend..
Loving Iii Avatar
February 13, 2011 at 5:33 AM
congradulations on your win with this inspirational piece. John H Loving III
Neels Avatar
February 13, 2011 at 12:25 AM
I need to remember this one Joe, adding it to my favorites, I just love your last line.. Congratulations on your awesome win, love Wilma
Richards Avatar
February 12, 2011 at 12:42 PM
Believing in oneself!!!!! What sage advice....so little else need be said!! Great work, Joe...congratulations on your winning poem!!
Dietrich Avatar
January 12, 2011 at 6:41 PM
a great advice poem, Joe. Me likes!
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