thyself

is that desire
sprouting
from instincts only?
why would
the interest
be so bold
so daring?
why would one
be hiding such
from
others?
shouldn't the reach
towards others
be evident,
be true?
why would one
be hiding such
from even
oneself?
fear of
retribution?
or being
true?
or lack of
self-understanding,
self knowledge?
why are they
so hypocrites
both to
others
as to
themselves?
...
reach for
others
when you'll know
and understand
thyself.