Advice

There is a rebellious streak in me

That makes me disregard advice doled out for free

How to do my work the right way

How and what to eat, how to exercise every day-

I really do not welcome such advice

On the other hand, it would be nice

If I could get feedback and criticism constructive

When I ask for it, when I look for advice in a manner proactive..

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There are aspects of my life with which I am highly satisfied

I get more advice to change them, I have tried

To tell people gently that I do not need

Their well-intentioned advice indeed

In all other spheres of life where I ask for advice

If I get a satisfactory answer, it is a surprise

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In writing this verse, I had the opportunity

To remind myself that I would do unto others what I want done to me

Therefore I resolve not to give unsolicited advice

But if asked for advice, I would try to oblige