Encounter the defeats, but not be defeated

Strong in the belief to succeed,   

Encounter the pain, but do not be reduced   

There's a perspective you gain.   


Growth happens after a storm   

Encounter the loss, but do not stop,   

These are but stepping blocks to sway   

You from going on your way. 


Encounter the backlash, but do not clash   

With the ones who'd do anything,   

To see the tears under your lash.   


Encounter the lies, but do not argue   

Some people are not worth you,

Truth has a way of making itself known   

Hang in there, you are not alone. 


Encounter the hate, but do not face   

The vicissitudes of the human race,

The world is honestly a better place

This is just a phase.