Dare
to Be
When a new day begins, dare to smile gratefully.
When there is darkness, dare to be the first
to shine a light.
When there is injustice, dare to be the first
to condemn it.
When something seems difficult, dare to do it
anyway.
When life seems to beat you down, dare to fight
back.
When there seems to be no hope, dare to find
some.
When you’re feeling tired, dare to keep
going.
When times are tough, dare to be tougher.
When love hurts you, dare to love again.
When someone is hurting, dare to help them heal.
When another is lost, dare to help them find
the way.
When a friend falls, dare to be the first to
extend a hand.
When you cross paths with another, dare to make
them smile.
When you feel great, dare to help someone else
feel great too.
When the day has ended, dare to feel as you’ve
done your best.
Dare to be the best you can –
At all times, Dare to be!
© Steve Maraboli