Cutting to the quick takes forever

When working a lifetime
for self-actualization___,
sacrifices are made
en route
to a state of being often
questioned
if will ever be
reached___.

Balance & organization of energy
is almost more constant than
the obstacles continually
adapted to,
not by choice per se
but more a requirement___, as in:
to remain sharp
no matter
what, even if the horizon is
too far off to
be
fully grasped___.