Ego, the self that we all possess,
A sense of identity we cannot suppress,
A reflection of who we're & who we want to be,
A force that drives us to achieve what we see.
It can be a guiding light in quest for success,
A source of confidence that we can express,
But it can also be a shadow that dims our light,
A veil that blinds us from what's truly right.
Ego can be a wall that we build in our heart,
A defense mechanism to keep us apart,
From the pain and hurt that others can bring,
A shield that we hold up, refusing to sing.
Yet, in our ego, there's a beauty that lies,
A recognition of our unique and special ties,
To the world around us, the people we meet,
A celebration of the self, a dance to the beat.
So let us embrace our ego with care,
Acknowledge its strengths and be aware,
Of its pitfalls and limitations too,
And in doing so, may we find a truer view.
For ego is not the enemy, but a friend,
A companion on our journey to the end,
A reflection of our soul's deepest desire,
A reminder of the passion that sets us on fire.
©sabujdakua
S