Suppress Self Satisfaction Poem by John Sensele

When within me grow powers of selfishness
Self satisfaction and self gratification ensue
To advance an agenda steeped in short-sightedness
Which under normal circumstances I shouldn't pursue

Unless I welcome revulsion
From circles where I draw friends
Who hobnob with me with a passion
That sets gregarious trends

Few folks enjoy
Set to an exacting standard
Which no friendship toy
Holds in high regard.

Reflecting
On consequences of embracing a selfish culture
Selecting
Options that nourish the future

That paves the way for progress
In the most critical aspects
Where selfishness doesn't address
Prospects

For congenial interaction
At the right time, in the right place with the right partners
Whose affection, selection and protection
In cosy corners

Where I get succor
That moves my modified agenda forward
With the ardour
In which the pursuit of a reward

Doesn't rank higher than the pursuit
That focuses on satisfying and meeting needs
Of stakeholders whose type and colour of suit
Shouldn't matter in terms of speeds

At which my selfishness dwindles
In major platforms
Where selfishness swindles
My bid for reforms

Meant to nip selfishness consequences in the bud
Once and for all
The scud and mud
That ensure I free fall

Unless I change
In attitude and seek fortitude
Though it may seem strange
To finally rise to my selfless latitude.