Knowing the truth.

 I have several friends. Who care too much. About what others think of them. Yes, they are very concerned. About their own image.  I try to put their minds at ease.  Telling them. That it’s more important what they think of themselves. Self-respect goes a long way. Really, I’m not all that bothered. By what others may think of me. Even if it’s in a negative way. Wrong impressions are a part of life. I accept that. Better to get on with life. In a kind and caring manner. And if some others think wrongly of me, so be it. At least I know better. I know the truth. And yes, that really does set me free. How many of us, I often wonder, really know the truth about ourselves? --Jim Broede