Only With Myself

A life unchained, no race to run,  
No need to outshine anyone.  
To follow hearts, not chasing more,  
Brings peace far deeper than before.

Jealous minds and bitter pride,  
Darken dreams we hold inside.  
And those who fight to win the most,  
End up shadows, lost like ghosts.

No joy remains in constant chase,  
If comfort leaves without a trace.  
The race we run, if not our own,  
Will leave us empty and alone.

So learn from others, take what's wise,  
But let your dreams alone arise.  
One step ahead, that's all you need,  
Not fueled by envy, but your deed.

The only battle worth the strife,  
Is with yourself, through this life.  
Not to impress, nor just survive
But truly, deeply feel alive.