July 9, 2020September 4, 2020 by Cheryl, Gulf Coast Poet

World View

World View

If I know myself,

my self-concept is not based

on what others say.

If I am honest,

I won’t waste my potential

deceiving myself.

Having confidence,

I approach life with courage,

not averse to risk.

Having self respect,

I won’t lower myself

showing others disrespect.

If I love justice,

I won’t elevate myself

keeping others down.

If I love myself,

I find it easier to

love my fellow man.

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komal Ater July 9, 2020 at 7:32 am

What a lovely poem 😊….. Keep writing

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1. gulfcoastpoet@gmail.com July 9, 2020 at 3:53 pm
  
  Thank you, Kamal. I’m glad you like the poem. Your support is very much appreciated.
  
  Cheryl
  
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  1. komal Ater July 9, 2020 at 11:26 pm
    
    Ma’am it’s komal not kamal…. ☺
    
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  2. gulfcoastpoet@gmail.com July 10, 2020 at 9:18 am
    
    Komal, I am truly sorry for spelling your name incorrectly. I like to be called “Cheryl,” but the important thing is hearing from you.
    
    Stay well and happy!
    
    Cheryl
    
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Muralikrish July 9, 2020 at 12:01 pm

Yes, very true. Most of us lead our lives with lot of ‘ifs and buts’.
Great poem.👌

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1. gulfcoastpoet@gmail.com July 9, 2020 at 3:55 pm
  
  Thank you, Murali. I think we often agree about how to conduct our lives.
  
  Cheryl
  
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Nabeela July 10, 2020 at 11:08 pm

Amazing…. One must follow these….

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gulfcoastpoet@gmail.com July 11, 2020 at 12:10 am

Thank you, Nabeela, for reading my poems and stories. Your generous comment is very much appreciated. Stay safe and be well!

Cheryl

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Kritika July 12, 2020 at 6:27 am

Hey Cheryl,
How is your health? Hope you have started painting.
Self love is above all. The powerful lines you have written are truly amazing.

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1. gulfcoastpoet@gmail.com July 12, 2020 at 10:20 am
  
  Thank you, Kritika for reading my poem. I am glad you like it. I will try to paint, but right now this blog takes most of my time and effort. I am doing Ok. I guess it just takes time. I hope all is well with you. Cheryl
  
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  1. Kritika July 12, 2020 at 1:08 pm
    
    I can understand. Take your time. You are learning a new skill. Will take time to catch up. All the very best. 👍
    Doing okay as of now. Hoping for the best. 🌻🌷
    
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gulfcoastpoet@gmail.com July 12, 2020 at 2:42 pm

I appreciate your encouragement, Kritika.

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