Integrity

Congruent without congruent within
Your presence congruent from toes to chin
Congruent in gait congruent in voice
That’s how it is you don’t have a choice

It’s not about image or strategic vision
Just how you live life with clarity precision
At the end of each day when you finish your labor
You lie down to rest look for warmth to savor

You are who you are you do what you say
Your word is the bond you honor each day
When called upon you counsel the poor
You nurture humankind that walks through your door

For you it’s living from inside out
Heart is your guide without twist and shout
Whatever’s your truth whatever your beliefs
Your creed guides your actions bringing relief

It’s not about your dreams or mercenary ambition
Your heartfelt dedication attaches to your mission
When you get near the end look back and reflect
Life was your dream nothing to repent

How does your life compare to what the poem says to you?
Are you living from a place of integrity?
Would your friends agree?
What changes do you need to make?
How can you live more from the inside out?