How To Succeed When There Are Roadblocks In The Way
Don't Just Talk The Talk
Do whatever it takes
You have to walk the walk
Nobody can come to your help
This is something you have to figure out on your own
When you come up with ideas
Write them down
Don't rule out anything
You would be surprised how ideas start to take shape
Over time you can see your thoughts constantly changing
It is o.k.
It is all part of the process
You are afraid
The butterflies got the best of you
Your tired and our mentally exhausted
Get some needed rest
You will feel refreshed
Other days you will be physically wiped out
Your body needs time to refuel
A good long sleep will help
Don't worry nothing is lost
Actually, so much more is gained
Write, write, write
Like you have never written before
Stop listening to the nay Nellies of the world
Time to turn the other cheek
Look up into the sky and see how beautiful it is
Look at the mountains and the sun
You are smack right in between
All the greatest wonders of the world
Now it is time to start acting like it
Don't make excuses
Look for ways that work
If one way doesn't float
It's time to get a rubber ducky
That you will find it impossible to sink
There is no better time than now
I repeat
There is no better time than now
In the past, you have a horrid record
Now it is time to change that
Take away the h and make it a t
You are on your way
Take away the o and make it an e
Change the d to an f
The first time in my life I want an f instead of a d
Now here is the easy part
Add an ic
No need to panic
I know there were a lot of changes
In the end
Look what we have
In the past, you have had a terrific record
Now with that under your belt
How do you feel?
Amazing, and full of endless amounts of energy
Why?
Because now you have confidence
You have a whole history of success
Why should now be any different
You change the past
You can change the future
Once again people will tell you that is crazy
You can't change what has already happened
What is done is done
Over and Finished
You can't go back
At least that's what they want you to believe
I say they are all wrong
I am going to show you how
I am not a physicist and or scientist
Not even a magician
What I am is a dreamer
So without a moment to waste
We are going to use our imagination
Our God given talents
To create the impossible
If you are like me and tired of people saying no it can't be done
Tell them to stick it in their hat
And by chance, they don't have one
Tell them to go buy one
By changing our past in our mind
We will have nothing in our way
Smooth sailing
O.k. not that easy
Some rough seas
So there it is folks
Take it or leave it and weep
Comments
DREAM ON (author) on September 16, 2020:
John Hansen If we look at our past and concentrate what we did good instead of what didn't work it can drive us to a better place. If we take the bad and let it go we can move ahead and learn as we go. A fresh start is one positive way that feels good and encourages us to do try harder. Thank you so much for reading and commenting. I hope you have a very special night.
DREAM ON (author) on September 16, 2020:
Dora Weithers I have had my fair share of bad days and I will do everything in my power to bring the tiniest bit of sunshine. Once that little bit of light brightens your next moment it is easier to see more wonderful things. Thank you so much for reading and sharing your thoughts. Life is so busy that if we blink we might miss something beautiful. It is good to slow things down and enjoy the things we have experienced before we go on to the next moment. This gives me time to reflect and appreciate. Have a great night.
Dora Weithers from The Caribbean on September 15, 2020:
You offer such practical counsel on the nitty-gritty of life. Thanks for sharing.
DREAM ON (author) on September 14, 2020:
Devika Primic I have had troubles but they don't compare to the problems that you have faced. You were surrounded by issues that you had to solve. Language, customs, and the everyday way of life. Uncertainty can be my biggest obstacle. I have to keep moving forward. I am amazed by what you have done. If I am able to stay positive I can find a way out. It might take time. Thank you for reading and sharing. It is easy to look back years later. It is so hard when your in the middle of it. Have a nice day.
DREAM ON (author) on September 14, 2020:
Gypsy Rose Lee You keep at it week after week. You find new ways to do the things you love to do. It doesn't mean you can't help support your writing career with another job. Maybe working part-time at a local Duncan Donuts or another job that is local until the money starts rolling in. I love your writing and so many other people do also I know it doesn't pay the bills. I get inspired by the bright sun and reading stories of so many people who never give up. They keep applying themselves every day in whatever they want until it is accomplished. Thank you for reading and sharing. All is good here and I hope your day turns out great.
Gypsy Rose Lee from Daytona Beach, Florida on September 13, 2020:
Right now I feel like I have hurdles to jump. I have made it my goal to submit as many writing job bids as I can and hope for the best. I need extra money badly so I hope I will find something next week. I hope you had a great weekend.
Devika Primić from Dubrovnik, Croatia on September 13, 2020:
DREAM ON This is a positive write. I had many road blocks and faced with a positive thought. I did not give up in every trail I had in a foreign country. It makes me see how confident you are.
John Hansen from Queensland Australia on September 12, 2020:
Good advice here, Dream On. Let’s change the past and shape the future so the same mistakes don’t get made.