Hey! Beloved young rebel!


Don’t hurt yourself unnecessarily.


Don’t spend your strength in futile blind protest


To bring on injuries and martyrdom.


You’re much too valuable and dear for that.


It’s time to win. A martyr’s out-of-date.


Sure! There are times when risks must be incurred,


But for a thoughtful person such as you


In close relationship with other thoughtfuls


Such risks should come but seldom, far apart.


I know your bravery, you don’t have to prove it,


Not once to me, nor others, nor yourself.


Don’t think I ever urge you stop rebelling.


That would be self-betrayal in these times


But plan to win, rely on thought, not feelings.