You have a lot of ambition
You wish to be the best
You do work very hard for it
And seldom take any rest
Though you wish to be among the stars
You have limitations like the rest of us
So when things don’t go your way
Why do you make such a fuss?
You blame all those around you
You think it is their entire fault
They held you back with imagined chains
From making that final assault
Why don’t you take a look around?
And of your desires take stock
For there’s no end to wanting more
Unlock your mental block
You’ve here to enjoy what’s there
And perhaps seek a little more
But if all your time’s spent chasing it
When do you enjoy what’s in store?
Don’t go reaching for the stars
They are scattered all around you
These gems that make you who you are
The few friends you have who’re true
Recognize that what you have
Is more than what others possess
And in trying to possess more than them
You’re putting yourself under stress
So stop running after silver and gold
Put yourself to the test
Share what you have with others
The few things with which you’re blest
Share your smile it comes free
Though worth a million crore
And the warmth that you keep hidden away
In the centre of your core
Reach out and lend a helping hand
For those indeed in need
Let your spiritual savings
Be enhanced by every humane deed
And if you must have ambition
Go out and change you role
To ensure that everyone smiles
Let it be your burning goal
Work hard at it like you did before
Burning the midnight oil
For indeed when you’re among the stars
You’ll be rewarded for your toil
19 May 2000