What Do You Want

In life, many of our achievements are balanced by the sacrifice required to attain them. We look at a beautiful dance or an exquisite athletic performance and cannot comprehend the sacrifice that went into it. Olympic athletes prepare for years for one performance. Most mortals are not prepared to put in the time, effort, dedication, commitment or sacrifice required to achieve these goals. Whatever your life path and choices, focus on meaning, purpose, integrity and goodness. Leave a positive difference in the lives and hearts of others. What do you want? By Michelle Morris 27/07/2023 You say you want glory But you don't put in the work Even talent requires time Years of effort to perfect the outputs You say you want to be famous To be remembered in history But without integrity and sacrifice You might be mired in the wrong dreams You say you want success But you don't want to learn or grow You think social media Is the quickest way to go You say you want awards But accolades are only moments You need to show commitment And dedication to something noble You say you want money But money isn't gratifying Without passion and purpose Money won't hold your head up high You say you want to go far But achievement is perspective Without introspection and focus You might be chasing the wrong vision You say you want a legacy But what could you possibly leave? Without compassion or integrity Your life is hollow and unreal What do you want? Because fame and money isn't a real goal You can't form a true connection Without giving your heart and soul Your life is filled with choices It's up to you to make them worthwhile When you look back on it one day I hope you'll feel proud and feel your heart smile © Michelle Morris, 2023 "Commitment measures an individual's passion towards achieving a particular goal and dedication is a quality that can only be gained through both commitment and perseverance. Commitment is required to build up a strong personality and to inspire others and dedication arrives through commitment."