Fear of Failure
I have many fears within, The frightening thoughts of roadblocks. Procrastinations to my destinations, Repercussions of debt by failure, Increasing barriers come before my goals and dreams. Making it hard to provide for my seeds, And showing the path as growth overlooks me and mines. A lot of times I darken my own shine, From bad decisions, misconceptions, And walking in the wrong direction, Without thinking of unforeseen reflections That I might have to come face to face with— Of realizations. © DMBPproduction Ronald Jenkins ronaldjenkins2005@yahoo.com Perception: Seeing Beyond Fear This poem speaks to the quiet battles many of us face—the fear of failure, the pressure of responsibility, and the emotional weight of our own choices. It captures the struggle between dreams and doubt , between wanting to rise and the fear of falling. We often become our own obstacle, dimming our light through hesitation, regret, or self-criticism. Yet, awareness is the first step to t...