Belief

We come to believe so much
In the first seven years of life
Taking on traits of those around us
Sometimes not understanding the cause of our strife

The roots of our fear and dismay
Come from thoughts about the world that we carry
Not understanding from where they came
Unable to easily let them go away

Impressions made are such deep ones
Defenses not yet formed to ignore
Vulnerable to anger, fear and manipulation
Self defeat becomes part of our core

The road to self love may be treacherous
Many mistakes we make on the way
Beliefs that we hold hold us back
Often ourselves we attack

Through behavior and choice that we make
Soothing the pain that we feel
With means that harm body and mind
Things that we fear can become real

Examine the thoughts and beliefs
That got you to the place where you are
Decide next where you’re going
You may stay here or decide to go far

If change you seek in your situation
Take stock of the beliefs that you hold
Forgive any wrongs you have suffered
Forgive yourself, you’re never too old

Find gratitude rather than anger
Enjoyment rather than defeat
This life can be what we make it
Connect source, power and belief