Meditation #5717 or As close as I allow myself

It occurred to me today that I may never ever attain my idea of success; it is all together possible that I may never master anything, that I'll never be recognized or awarded or published. Money might always be something I worry about. I may never be happy with myself as a creative or as a human being.

But then, immediately after this depressive morning epiphany, I had a change of heart. As swiftly as the rocking of the commuter train under me, I came to my senses. I'm still young. I still have so much life to live. That doesn't mean, however, that I have time to be lollygag. If I want to master my craft, I need to put myself in an environment that will support that. If I want recognition, I need squash my fears and allow myself and my work to be seen. I won't be successful unless I go out into the world and attempt to succeed...

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