Often, we question our being. 

Often, we wrangle with our past.

Often, we wonder about our future. 

It is human nature to think and question. 

Thoughts have a way 

At times to get the better of us,

To stall the imminent possibilities, 

To create unwanted confusion and chaos. 

 

Allow yourself then 

To step out of your own way. 

Allow your purpose to unravel, 

To unfold its path.

Steer yourself away from doubts and despair.

Arm yourself with hope and trust.

Arm yourself with assurance and appreciation.

Steer yourself away from false notions.

Arm yourself with power of positive actions.

Arm yourself with tools for a new direction.

And only then, the purpose of your being 

Will begin to manifest in your way 

As you learn to continue to

Step out of your own way!

The title of this poem comes from reading a contemplative article by my friend Deb Helfrich. She mentions the need to step out of our own way, at times, to appreciate what we have. So, thank you, Deb, for inspiring me to pen a few verses on a parallel thought.

Savvy Raj