Rise up

Rise up, be proud

Feel the fire in your soul

Feel the beating of your heart

Realize your power and your might

You’re capable beyond imagination

You’re talented beyond measure

Just have faith in your vision

And believe in your dreams

If you want to enjoy life truly

You can do so if you follow

The often forgotten old truths

That we remember too late in sorrow

Do not fall prey to anger

Or you will miss the opportunity to care

Do not be blinded by fear

Or you will not see the opportunities here

Do not let jealousy rob you of your happiness

Or you will not be able to partake in others’ celebrations

Do not let resentment wilt your garden

Or you will not be able to smell the flowers of forgiveness

Do not let hate poison your life

Lest you become sick with its venom

Do not let doubts steal your dreams

Lest they will prevent you from living

The life you always dreamed

Be grateful for this day

And every single one that led to today

No matter whether it is sad or happy

For as long as you can breathe

You can rewrite your whole story

So, please, write it marvelously

Be brave enough to show your love

Or you will end up filled with regrets

Be strong enough to show your vulnerability

Or you will feel cold until eternity

Be humble enough to reach out first

Or loneliness will become your company

Respect yourself enough to show your authenticity

For no one likes fake nor does respect it

Be generous in your actions and your words

For the world is too harsh and too cruel already

Realize your blessings as you look at how much you have

For they were once things you wished you had

Be proud of how far you’ve come in life

And everything you have conquered

As each obstacle made you stronger in strife

Look how much you’ve accomplished already

So take pride and continue to rise up constantly

For you are worthy of every victory

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Thank you for reading!

Bahora Saitova