Step back

Taking a step back can open our eyes 

To a greater world of truth and lies 

It gives us time to observe and reminisce

And provides perspective we'd sometimes miss 

From situations and people we already know 

Things become clearer than they were before

Our opinions and feelings can instantly change

Even those we love, can seem distant and strange

Re-evaluation is sometimes a step we need to take 

Of friendships, work and other choices we make

When we step back, we see all the irregularity 

And more enough reason to make ourselves a priority 

Some will understand and some will ignore

But it's a fact of life that people come and go

Reflection shows reasons why some get to stay 

And opens our eyes to why we should pull away

So start with yourself, it's the only way forward 

Sort out your problems before you move onward 

Disregard the blood, sweat and tears you spill 

Cos if you don't invest in yourself, nobody else will