Start with Yourself

Just want to share this simple poem from an anonymous author that teaches a simple truth; if we really want to see GREAT CHANGE in the world it should start with OURSELVES.

START WITH YOURSELF

When I was young and free

and my imagination had no limits,

I dreamed of changing the world.

As I grew older and wiser,

I discovered the world would not change,

so I shortened my sights somewhat

and decided to change my country.

But it, too, seemed immovable.

As I grew into my twilight years,

in one last desperate attempt,

I settled for changing only my family,

those closer to me, but alas,

they would have none of it.

And now as I lie on my deathbed

I suddenly realize;

If I had only changed myself first,

then by example

I would have changed my family.

From their inspiration and encouragement,

I would then have been able

to better my country and, who knows,

I may have even changed the world.

- Anonymous