Shattering Self-Imposed Boundaries

In the mirror, you see your own reflection,
A person filled with untapped potential,
But often held back by self-imposed restriction,
Limiting beliefs, and fears existential.

The world may tempt you to compare and compete,
To measure your worth against others’ success,
But true growth lies in the goals you set and meet,
In breaking the limits that your mind would express.

Your life is a canvas, a story unfolding,
And you are the artist, the author, the lead,
Embrace your uniqueness, your strengths, and your holding,
For in your own journey, you’ll find what you need.

Challenge yourself to push past your comfort zone,
To step into uncharted territories and grow,
For it’s in the discomfort, the unknown, alone,
That you’ll discover the depths of the strength you don’t know.

Set your own benchmarks, your personal best,
And strive each day to outdo your yesterday,
For when you focus on your own progress, you’ll invest
In a life that’s fulfilling, in every way.

Celebrate your victories, no matter how small,
For every step forward is a win to be claimed,
And when you stumble or feel like you’ll fall,
Remember, setbacks are lessons, not reasons for shame.

Your life is a gift, a precious creation,
And you have the power to shape it each day,
So break through the limits of your own imagination,
And let your unique journey light the way.

In the end, it’s not about outdoing others,
But about becoming the best version of you,
So embrace your potential, your dreams, and your druthers,
And watch as your life transforms, in all that you do.

For when you break your own limits, and shatter the mold,
You’ll find a life of purpose, passion, and fire,
A life where your true self can finally unfold,
And where you can become all that you desire.

So go forth and outdo YOU, not anyone else,
For in the pursuit of your own excellence,
You’ll find the joy, the peace, and the wealth,
Of a life lived fully, in your own presence.

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Ismael S Rodriguez Jr (The Bulletproof Poet)
Ismael S Rodriguez Jr (The Bulletproof Poet)

Written by Ismael S Rodriguez Jr (The Bulletproof Poet)

I learn, create, and overcome. I write, paint, blog, and practice grey witchcraft. I served in the Navy and have schizophrenia and PTSD.

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