Every once in a while I feel the need to retrospect,
To peep within my heart and soul to inspect.
That’s when I have a real conversation with myself,
Reflecting back and cleaning up dusty shelves.

The talks are at different levels, both hot and cold,
At times I pacify myself and sometimes I scold.
We need to weigh our actions and know when to filter,
Only self talk can restrain us from going helter skelter.

This internal schmoozing is a 24/7 nonstop cycle,
It keeps me grounded and is so very vital.
Therefore, I talk to myself almost all the time,
The self imposed pep talks keep me away from crime.

- Shamim Merchant