inspirational poem to put in the work now and continue to chase your future dreams

implementing small changes into your life can completely change it.

yep, you heard me. they don’t have to be drastic changes that just make you want to quit.

the days fly by, yet these small changes compound,

and within this time, your growth and success can be profound.

it will take time, but don’t let that stop you from beginning,

because your future self is looking back at you grinning.

proud that you begun.

in awe of what you’ve done.

grateful you trusted yourself, even in the moment of ‘no’ progress.

thankful you didn’t stop, even in the moments of stress.

just imagine yourself, looking back at what you’ve created.

but now imagine yourself if you just sat back and waited…

we hold the power to wake up and change,

even if in the beginning it feels quite strange.

your past helped shape you become the person you are today,

but please don’t let your past take your future away.

reflect on what you have, what you have lost and what you wish for,

self reflection is an opportunity to open a new door.

a door to a new life, one that you imagined in your dreams.

cause your mind is a lot more powerful than it seems.

envision your dream life, you now have your end goal,

now create steps and smaller goals to stay in control.

dedication is needed and challenges will be faced along the way,

but don’t let those obstacles take your dreams away.

believe in yourself, hold trust in what you do,

and a whole new perspective can come into view.

small changes compound, so what are you going to change?

you never know what the universe is willing to give in exchange.

put in the work, and listen to your heart.

there is no better time than today to start.

12/03/2025

-mao