Incentives

Why do we work...

If we have all our needs,

would our passion or duties,

encourages us for the deed? 

From the ancient times,

there was a social stratification, 

people were bestowed with tasks,

as a part of their contribution. 

But now, things have changed, 

money have become the prime reason,

that ignites the flames of our ambitions, 

driven by desires, of worldly possessions.

And we chase, carrot on a stick,

till body go weary, or heart do breaks,

for, we have forgotten the true rewards,

that comes from a sense of fulfillment. 

Slowly and steadily, our intentions change,

services comes with a price, in exchange, 

taking pride in making profits from gullible,

mistreating others, who prefers discounts. 

In the absence of respectable valuations,

both quality and standard suffers,

as we toil and strive, for fleeting goals,

guided by incentives, we sell our soul. 

Do we feel true joy, of the accomplishments?

Without putting required efforts, for the  dividends, 

by lying, stealing, scamming or extorting,

taking advantage of someone's goodwill. 

Still I hope, some sense will prevail,

and we will break free, of this charade, 

seeking true meaning, through our work,

devoid of selfishness or our greed. 

So, let us build a new world,

where words spoken were genuine,

we could trust all, starting to believe,

not all provide services, through incentives.