This Is Why You Stayed
You discovered more than you asked for
You came for the conversation, and stayed for the connection. You searched for a story, and were dazzled by the entertainment.
You came to quench your thirst, it grew into a sense of well-being. You came for the satiety and stayed for the nourishment.
You came for the weight loss and embraced self-acceptance. You came to fill your time and developed restraint.
You searched for sustenance, and created impact and value, You pursued wealth and status and taught a teen mom to fend for herself.
You sought to build a future and attached to a soul-mate. You followed traditions and practices and rooted a reason for being.
You looked to rest your weary body and established a sense of belonging. You looked for information and honed your critical thinking and competence.
You came to share an idea, you discovered a voice silenced by doubt and inadequacy.