You Are Not Your Past

As you stand here today you’ve experienced a lot

You’ve learned some about how this world works

But there’s more to the story than you may have thought

You, the world, and life—there are plenty of quirks

Past experience has molded your current view

The past has led you here, where you stand today

The thing is the past does not define you

It’s you that has final say

We’ve held a variety of roles in many different communities

Perhaps you’ve made “mistakes,” made an error or two

But these were merely your learning opportunities

Again, I stress, your past does not define you

The light you shine makes all the difference

With the right mindset you truly glow

Yes, you might have likes and your own preference

But it is perception that sets the tone of how your life with go

You create your reality now and every second

You can recreate your story any time you choose

The power of your mind and soul will beckon

Your past does not define you—what do you have to lose?

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