Where eagles dare: A poem by Dr. Gitika Verma

O Mankind! You are destined for greatness

Not to remain fettered by your self-doubts and inhibitions

But to demolish the fear of failure that paralyzes you

And soar high like eagles chasing your dreams and ambitions!

When you're floundering in the dark bereft of mental strength

Think of mighty eagle whose glorious flight knows no limits

Soaring majestically on the bridge between heaven and earth

With overwhelming strength and beauty, it symbolizes the dauntless spirit!

O Mankind! Haven't you always been driven by selfish interests?

You have bruised and maimed the mother Earth so ruthlessly

As Nature unleashes its fury, learn from the wise eagle

It flies high yet stays grounded, keeping Nature's balance healthy!

When the lethal contagion wreaks havoc, bringing death and destruction

You're not meant to lament, but strengthen yourself and believe

Overthrow your ignorance, greedy lust, and evil hopes

Dare to push your limits, thinking from a selfless perspective!

Relinquish your comfort zone of self-centeredness, soar into unknown realms

Dare to ride on the fierce storms of life

Like an eagle rising high against the violent gale

Gliding in victory through the sky, overcoming the inner strife!

O Mankind! Now is the time to give wings

To the much neglected human values of honesty, love, compassion

For your fellow beings as well as Mother Nature

And let your humanity soar high where the eagles dare!