Lit. Connection

"Why Not You?" by Steve Maraboli       

Today, many will awaken with a fresh sense of inspiration. Why not you?

Today, many will open their eyes to the beauty that surrounds them. Why not you?

Today, many will choose to leave the ghost of yesterday behind and seize the immeasurable power of today. Why not you?

Today, many will break through the barriers of the past by looking at the blessings of the present. Why not you?

Today, for many the burden of self doubt and insecurity will be lifted by the security and confidence of empowerment. Why not you?

Today, many will rise above their believed limitations and make contact with their powerful innate strength. Why not you?

Today, many will choose to live in such a manner that they will be a positive role model for their children. Why not you?

Today, many will choose to free themselves from the personal imprisonment of their bad habits. Why not you?

Today, many will choose to live free of conditions and rules governing their own happiness. Why not you?

Today, many will find abundance in simplicity. Why not you?

Today, many will be confronted by difficult moral choices and they will choose to do what is right instead of what is beneficial. Why not you?

Today, many will decide to no longer sit back with a victim mentality, but to take charge of their lives and make positive changes. Why not you?

Today, many will take the action necessary to make a difference. Why not you?

Today, many will make the commitment to be a better mother, father, son, daughter, student, teacher, worker, boss, brother, sister, and so much more. Why not you?

Today is a new day!
Many will seize this day.
Many will live it to the fullest.
Why not you?

         I connected our topic of insecurity and its effects with this poem. People with insecurities may develop deeper issues of self-consciousnesses and could possibly fall into depression. Today society sees teen depression and suicide more than any other time before, being introduced to suicide-preventing school programs and community awareness events.  I went to a suicide awareness walk last year, and I still remember all of the families and friends who have lost loved ones to depression and suicide, many of which started with the burden of insecurity. I still remember all of the photos of young adults and kids and notes written on them from their family saying that they wished they could've helped.  Feeling anxious, uncomfortable, and depressed can effect your daily life and your views. Feeling confident and uplifted from your peers is essential to human nature.  It is instinct to find yourself in your community and receive acceptance.  I believe that this poem is talking to those who are insecure and who lets their insecurities take over their happiness and their lives. Why do you think people let their sadness control themselves and limit their capabilities of living better lives?