I loved the metaphors so much I want them to be mine,
very vivid and powerful.
you started it of, with simple introduction, that yet held a factful message, and then you continued with your jealouslable :P word choice.
It is true the coward does need to take a step into change first, I dont think there would be change if the coward did not.
I loved the pulse of vacant hearts, you are giving them something, a pinch of hope, a wake up call. Whatever it may seem by each and his perspective, you simply nailed this piece.