Tuppence Worth

of philosophy, psychology, medicine, ...

If we trudge up the slippery, strenuous trail
braving the sleet, storm & snow,
looking for the old man of the mountain
seeking answers that we wish to know -

And persevere relentlessly
till we reach the summit
and to the wise old one
our questions we submit -

He would probably say - health, wealth,
happiness and love - you can find,
by just reformatting
and redirecting your mind.

Avoid negative thoughts and people
They are the germs that gnaw & blind
Their infection spreads to the body
from the tainted, troubled mind.

Wealth is believed to be relative
From this misconception - get freed
Without comparing, work towards your goal
And you will get all the riches you need.

Keep your mind free of clutter
and pessimistic futures - don't forecast
Forget bitterness and failures of the past
Only positive attitudes bring happiness that lasts.

Don't wait for love to come by
Bestow affection wherever you go
When you start the ball rolling
You'll be surrounded by love, before you know.

And, as you go down the mountain
you will see the thorns ahead on the ground
or your glorious future, depending on
how your mind steers your life around

~ Shanta ~