20 Life Lessons for the Brave and Bold

For my children

20 Life Lessons for the Brave and Bold

From J.K. Rowling's pen, I bring to you,

Twenty lessons that will help to see you through.

Nobody cares, but don't you despair,

Embrace who you are, and show that you care.

The more you give, the more you'll receive,

So set your sights high, and always believe.

No act of kindness is ever too small,

For the ocean of life embraces us all.

No work is beneath you, that's for sure,

So get your hands dirty, and keep your heart pure.

Start meditating, find peace in your mind,

And your thoughts and your actions will be more aligned.

Don't be afraid to take risks, to be bold,

For the timid and shy will never grow old.

Don't make decisions when notions run high,

Take time to consider; let your emotions subside.

Be patient and persistent, keep your head high,

And your spirit will soar, like the birds in the sky.

You don't need to impress everyone you meet,

Just be true to yourself, and your goals will be sweet.

Listen to learn and your mind will grow,

With knowledge and wisdom that will surely flow.

Enrich your thoughts, don't let them remain,

Stagnant and still, like a train without a lane.

Don't take the easy road, it's not worth the cost,

For the path that is challenging is where you'll find the most.

Start reading books, they're a treasure trove,

Of knowledge and wisdom, that will help you to grow.

Respect others as you would respect yourself,

And your life will be filled with joy and with wealth.

Narrow down your focus bit by bit,

And your goals will be clear, you'll have a plan, you'll be fit.

You quit, you lose, you fail, that's a fact,

So put your best foot forward, and give it your best crack.

Don't bother what other people think or say,

Just be true to yourself, and your goals will not sway.

Learn something new every day, it's the key,

To a life that is filled with possibility.

Don't make assumptions, they can lead you astray,

Just open your eyes, and your mind will pave the way.

Believe in yourself, that's the final key,

To unlock the door to your destiny.

With these lessons in mind, you'll go far,

And shine like the moon and the brightest star.