True To You

It's tough to be original,
to think a unique thought,
unless you abandon the traditional
modes of thinking, do not
be afraid of your intelligence.
Seek a new path, get lost,
ponder the purpose of your existence,
find the lines yet to be crossed.

The old ways are stagnant,
and there's traffic on that road.
So be yourself for just a moment,
let insecurity implode.
You'll be wise to drop its weight
or end up paralyzed by fears
that whatever you create
will stumble awkwardly past deaf ears.

Don't create to get noticed,
that's a perk, not the goal.
Learn always to be modest,
cultivating self control.
Get worked up about what you feel,
stop simply passing through.
Don't hesitate to share your zeal
in hopes that it might outlast you.