This American Dream

I’ve been chasing that American Dream. I’ve been chasing those goals, and pushing harder. I’ve been working for more, and going faster. I’ve even been getting pats on the back for it, but I keep pushing for more. Truth be told, I can’t stand to be less because I’m fearful of getting ‘left behind.’

I don’t want to be ‘less than,’ but it’s killing me. I don’t know if I know how to stop. I don’t know if I know how to quit chasing. I don’t know if I know how to be content with who I am?

I don’t want to keep running till I’m dead. I don’t want to keep seeking validation from everyone else’s approval. I want to be able to stop along the way and give thanks.

I don’t want to live out of emptiness. I want to live out of abundance and fulfillment.