Fear
Fear of Success. It's real. What if I do succeed? What if I do reach the top? Will it be everything I wanted? Planting my feet directly upon others faces; a direct example of the disrespect required to stand here, right? Standing atop a pile of corpses; proof of my dedication to my goal that I will stop at nothing. Looking down at you for the inferior being you are; seeing you for the insignificant insect you really are to me. Looking out upon the horizon and seeing the waste as a result of my actions. Yes, waste is a byproduct of success. Success must be this, right? Does it? What if ... Stepping gently on the shoulders of giants and allowing them to raise me up. A testament of their love, devotion and support for me. Standing in front of a crew of smiling faces. An example of the chosen family that follows and lends me their strength. Looking down at those that have helped me in great gratitude; seeing them for the beam of light that shines bright to show me my way. Peering at th...