Life Advice from his past

He was thinking about his future
when his past came walking by.

Full of warnings of past mistakes
and their consequences.

Greed is eternal, but
don't let it consume you.
Competition is a given,
but don't lose yourself
in the process.
Know who you are-
and more importantly,
who you're not.
Stay true to yourself.
Follow your dreams.
Look both ways
before you cross the street.
Consider your options
before making a decision.
And most importantly,
remember the golden rule.

He blinked at his past mistakes,
and decided to wait
before accepting the new job.

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