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Sacrifice, at times feels okay,
but should not guide through every day.
Resentments will soon find their way,
at times they linger, to then stay.

Give to just give, but never take,
pure actions transform into fake.
Hear silent cries inwardly shout,
fulfill needs with no space for doubt.

Provide fully, then grant some more,
a selfless life or endless chore.
No one can give what they don’t have,
nothing to share or cut in half.

People will do, what one allows,
form boundaries then draw them out.
Take a firm stand, find inner voice,
all acts become free will and choice.

Search deep within, find the right words,
sing them out loud, so they are heard.
Centered so straight to take a stand,
let heartbeats dictate firm commands.

Expose true self, to feel secure,
self-acceptance, a perfect cure.
Confidence makes each footstep sure,
deeds ever clear, intentions pure.

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