Troubled
You ask why I focus on troubled thoughts
I guess I'd say that because that makes up the majority of what I see
It's very confusing, this is the best time to be alive
And yet it seems to bring out the worst in humanity
Beginning with me, they say my observations are too negative
That I don't allow much room for hope
I don't recommend meditation or prayer
Or, that my position is taking away our ability to cope
You see I advocate personal responsibility
Build up our weaknesses so we can be strong
All studies show this increases self-esteem
Is this negative? Am I wrong?
I'm also an advocate of suffering
I believe people need a little pain to create change
But we have to temper our emotions to not react
So we don't rush in and eliminate the gains
For me troubled thoughts are a wakeup call
They provide a chance for me to reflect and refine
I realize, nobodies going to do it for me in this life
I'm responsible, and thankful for the opportunity because Im alive
So, what I write is my unique perspective
It's not how I feel, it's an observation of what I see
I'm very sorry if my perspective bothers you
I think it's nothing more than choosing to live in reality
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