A Worthy Cause

There are a lot of driven individuals in the world. All spurring themselves on in pursuit of something they believe in. Normally, all others stand by and nod in approval, acknowledging their efforts and showing faith in them.

Then there are some others who walk along an equally difficult path, who motivate themselves equally hard, but also know the fear of disapproval, of failure, and heartache. Few people applaud these actions, but the people who perform them do not aim to earn praise. What they seek is a contentment of heart, what they seek is the happiness of another. The driven individuals in the first category may be willing to sacrifice anything and everything to achieve their ends, while the latter are willing to sacrifice themselves at the risk of disappearing without a trace.

The dilemma however is, success seems a dark temptress. Only those who quest for it ruthlessly seem to attain it. So where does that put those souls who choose that fading path of love and longing? Do they still stand a chance or are they to be abandoned by the wayside?

Indeed, it is a path riddled with self doubt and sadness. A path that at times tests the sanity of those who walk it, trying to turn fantastic stories to reality, trying to put everything in line for feelings other people take for granted. Is this even right or is it a fool’s dream? Perhaps time and faith alone hold the answer.

We strive nevertheless, come what may. Remember, in the end, all we seek is the happiness of another. A million people may frown, but as long as that one person smiles, it remains a worthy cause…