You don’t have to be in first place.

You don’t need to be better than

the rest. Just give it a rest. Compare

yourself to no one. Being the best

never mattered in the first place.

No need to put pressure on yourself.

Accept the help. Lend a hand. Push

others to cross the finish line. Hold

their hand up and crown a new

winner. Support. It may feel like

a race, but no one is rushing to

the finish line. We will cross that

bridge when we get there. Forget

first place. Put a smile on your face.

Just be nice in the first place.

Some are fire. Some are ice. Don’t

rush – one day you will win it all

when the day fades to night;

when the light flickers out.

Until then, cherish your time

on earth. You don’t have to be first.

Things don’t last when we go fast.

7 responses

  1. yi-ching lin Avatar

    every now and then,
    being first takes you one step
    closer to the grave
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    1. jmacthedream Avatar

      👍👍👍👍👍 amazing

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  2. every now and then, | y Avatar

    […] now and then, being first takes you one step closer to the […]

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  3. digitalvenkatesh1 Avatar

    Imagining a marathon a century ago evokes awe for the runners’ grit and passion, conquering distances without the conveniences of modern times – a testament to enduring legacy. 🏃‍♂️🕰️

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    1. jmacthedream Avatar

      This is so true! Pure soul and strength. Things were surely more simple and love was flowing without such comparisons

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  4. Carol anne Avatar

    Yes this is so true, we don’t always have to win! Or be first place at everything!

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    1. jmacthedream Avatar

      Yes! It’s good to know we are doing our best

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