The Chase

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I chase perfection,

Despite knowing that I am inherently imperfect,

I chase money,

Despite knowing that I will leave it here when my time comes,

I chase power,

Despite knowing that true power lies in the kindness of one’s heart,

I chase fame,

Despite knowing that it is filled with fake friends and well-wishers,

I chase other people opinions,

Despite knowing that it really doesn’t matter

I chase the destination,

Despite knowing that the journey matters,

I chase my desires,

Despite knowing that human desires are unending and limitless,

I chase my wants,

Despite knowing that I don’t really need them;

I chase the big things,

Despite knowing that the small things are what bring happiness;

I chase wealth,

Despite knowing that true wealth is in health,

I chase happiness,

Despite knowing that happiness lies in me,

I chase the future,

Despite knowing that life is in the present moment,

I chase speed,

Despite knowing that slow and steady wins,

I chase the tastes of the tongue,

Despite knowing that true taste lies in the love of a home cooked meal,

I chase peace,

Despite knowing that peace of mind comes when you sit, relax and stop chasing.

 

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