You can't unthink a thought

Have you ever noticed that once you've thought something, you can't "unthink" it?  In the past I have wished I could "unthink" things.  Maybe if I went along with the crowd it would be easier.  Ultimately though we have to be true to ourselves or we will have no peace.  You may even help somebody else along the way.........

You can't unthink a thought

Silent thoughts, unspoken feelings

Hidden views unbidden came

Once a thought is entertained

You cannot push it down again

Sweep them to a dirty corner

Do not ever glance their way

Though it seems they're undetected

They get stronger every day.

Scared to look at them more fully

Fear will only make them grow

Those around are unaware

But it's enough that you still know

Do not let them stay untended

They will tangle in your mind

Tackle them, you'll end up stronger

Don't be scared of what you'll find

Easier to think like others?

Go along with all the crowd?

Don't make ripples, Don't make waves

Different thinking's not allowed!

Sooner though, or maybe later

There will come a time, you'll find

When for unexpected reasons

You'll be forced to speak your mind.

Interestingly you'll then discover

strength you didn't know was yours

When you stand on your convictions

Making truth your aim, your cause

You'll walk taller, hold your head high

To yourself you must be true

Let integrity and honour

Shine through all you say and do.

Karen

7 October 2010