Customized race

While i was about putting together

More slides for a presentation

My mind was struck

By such meaningful message

Run your customized race

In an environment where

We have been taught

To engage in a T.E.A.M

Where together everyone achieves more

Well, it works in the social world

And of course in marriage

Its 'no more two'

Instead, you both learn

The rudiments of music

Till it is harmonized 

Breaking into a tune

Suitable to the ears

After repeated moments 

Of shrilling, going off tune

Back to the customized race

What is your motive

If it is often compared to others

You are running a rat race

If thinking about others' challenges

Inspires you to decide, write, act 

Or soothe a poorly developed ego

Then you are yet to get on your marks

You are yet to find your purpose

Yet to breathe 

Yet to live

Yet to smile truly

Yet to frown sincerely

Yet to dance in and out of rhythm

Why?

Because its not your race...

Its motivated by an external force

Maybe its time to end their race

And thank God for yours

The baton is held out 

Are you ready for your customized race?

Note: This post does not undermine the benefits of motivational factors or inspiring mentors,instead it calls the reader (hopefully)from a world driven by competition to a life driven by inner purpose and calling.