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Onward

This poem portrays an inner journey of reflection and transformation that emerges through confronting one’s “challenges.” It begins with a state of inaction, where excuses prevent movement, but gradually shifts toward self-awareness—the realization that the problem lies within oneself. By taking small steps, connections with others are formed, and change begins to take shape. The poem suggests that challenges are not merely obstacles, but forces that connect people and carry momentum forward. It ultimately conveys hope that personal awakening can grow into collective action and be passed on to the next generation

 

“Onward”

 

The challenge became visible.

I remained still.

Nothing would change—

that’s what I believed.

 

I left the challenge unattended.

Connections grew thin.

I wanted to change something—

that’s what I felt.

 

The challenge was within myself.

I had been avoiding what I should do.

I wanted something to change—

there was no other way.

 

I faced the challenge.

I had made excuses for not moving.

Let’s change something—

that’s what I thought.

 

I brought the challenge closer.

Let’s start with what we can do.

Something will change—

let’s take action.

 

The challenge began to take shape.

I had been overthinking it.

I wanted to change something—

and people began to move.

 

Challenges are interconnected.

Take the first step.

What is it we want to change?

I began to understand myself.

 

Challenges are the motivation to act.

Without movement, there is no answer.

Something had to change—

we had to connect with others.

 

The challenge was people—

people who move together,

people who bring change—

and so we receive the baton for what comes next.

 

Written on November 27, 2022.

To begin something, the first step must not be forced.

What the next generation must do may be to pause, reflect, and create a movement that steps forward.

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