I was watching a show on Bill Parcells, the successful NFL coach. He talked about how he’d always carried this poem with him. It’s very inspiring and I hope you enjoy it.
The Guy in the Glass by Dale Wimbrow, (c) 1934
When you get what you want in your struggle for pelf,
And the world makes you King for a day,
Then go to the mirror and look at yourself,
And see what that guy has to say.
For it isn’t your Father, or Mother, or Wife,
Who judgement upon you must pass.
The feller whose verdict counts most in your life
Is the guy staring back from the glass.
He’s the feller to please, never mind all the rest,
For he’s with you clear up to the end,
And you’ve passed your most dangerous, difficult test
If the guy in the glass is your friend.
You may be like Jack Horner and “chisel” a plum,
And think you’re a wonderful guy,
But the man in the glass says you’re only a bum
If you can’t look him straight in the eye.
You can fool the whole world down the pathway of years,
And get pats on the back as you pass,
But your final reward will be heartaches and tears
If you’ve cheated the guy in the glass.
Source: Theguyintheglass.com
-Take a moment to look into a mirror. Do you like the person you are inside? How does it make you feel? What can you improve?
I like it Chris.
Reminds me of James Allen’s works.
Life is a mirror. Results have their origin in you. When unhappy with life look within and make the appropriate changes or look without and be miserable. It’s your choice, all the time, in each moment.
Thanks for sharing and have a powerful day!
Ryan
This is so good. Thank you for sharing. Everyone should start their day reminding themselves of the advice in this blog! Have a fabulous week.
Great poem! It’s definitely something that makes you think. Many times we need to forget about what others are saying and go for things that will truly make us happy. Our reflection on ourselves is what defines us.
Great stuff!
-Michael
Thanks Chris for sharing this awesome poem. I love Bill Parcells – he is a great coach! This poem is a good reminder of looking at ourselves each and every step of the way.