Although

judge nicely.

Being hard on the self
Is completely unhealthy
When it serves as a detriment
To your personal growth
To such a degree that even the smallest task
May feel like an arduous nightmare
Similar to the way it feels, upon awakening

With cold sweats dripping

Although...

Being hard on the self
Is completely healthy
When you choose to see self criticism
As a compass which serves as a guide

To gravitate your actions towards
Challenging the mind, body, and soul
And going to bed most nights
With the prospect of a promising tomorrow

the challenge

         

  lies within the balance.

Reviews

[Joyce S. Greene]

Guess you just can't take your super ego too seriously, Nebunova. Much wisdom in your words. Well done.

[Dayran]

The right hand needs to do what the left hand dreams. When its done ... it realizes that its coming back to itself ... the dreamer. It speaks now of new dreams to weave when the old ones have been realized.

[Sami Khalil]

Words of wisdom and great experience...Thank you for sharing...:)..........

[MsJewel]

There is truth in your wise words. I admire the way you brought the entire poem together in the last two lines. Very nice and a pleasure to read.

:) Julie

[Tom]

Learn from your mistakes and grow in confidence !

Spiritually fulfilling and enlightening, well penned!!