It Would All Be So Simple Poem by Nichole Jones

If only I were blind
to the stark reality
of all the truths and expectations
placed in front of me.
It would all be so simple.

If only I could turn a deaf ear
to those voices deep inside
and instead accept another's truth
in that solace I would hide.
It would all be so simple.

If only I could numb the pain
the joys and memories
and live each day emotionless
perfection to society.
It would all be so simple.

If I could follow all the rules
and travel with the crowd
mindlessly doing as they say
free thinking not allowed.
It would all be so simple.

Yet there's one truth I can't ignore
a burning deep inside,
a feeling that my path is different
shouting, you can not hide.
See, it's not so simple.

If only I could face my fear
the fear of traveling alone,
might I gain an understanding
of new truths, truths unknown?
But no, it's not so simple.

What would I find if only I
could trust within myself?
A greater meaning of this life
and of the world itself?

What would I learn if only I
could convince myself to start?
I know that I would love to find
the purpose for my heart.
But no, it's not so simple

If only I could find the courage
and silence all the doubts.
Maybe I'd be surprised to find
the peace I've been living without.

I wish life were so simple.