I always thought being self-aware was desirable
It would help me conduct myself well in the society, stay out of trouble
Be morally and socially conscious in my dealings
Prevent me from inadvertently hurting anyone’s feelings..
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But being self-aware constantly does mean
That hyper-focused on myself I’ve been
My inner critic has been in overdrive
The constant self-monitoring has not helped me thrive
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I need to shift the focus away from me
Towards other people and causes worthy
Instead of subjecting myself to exhaustive scrutiny
I should observe the world more mindfully
My attention is limited, and I squander it away
When I stay focused on myself, and attention to others I do not pay
If I refrain from that, perhaps I would find
A deeper satisfaction within my soul and mind
Passion...unbridled 