390. I followed the path

```

I followed the path

Of self-assertion.

The world around despised me.

I followed the path

Of self-examination.

The world within admired

My bold attempt.

I followed the path

Of self-dedication.

The world within

And the world without

Had nothing for me

But lofty admiration. ```

From:Sri Chinmoy,The Wings of Light, part 8, Aum Press, Puerto Rico, 1974
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