Many poems are spoiled by saying too much. The reader must be allowed to participate, fill in spaces with his or her own feelings, or the experience becomes a lecture...and I have hated those since childhood
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Among all the false gods, the true God exists. He's there for the finding, by the sincere seekers at heart.
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Computer programs will improve one another into extinction. Intuition, the unseen, unpredictable, only what cannot be exactly programmed is the substance that makes something divinely real. Everything else is just lifeless duplication.
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In a few concise words, if there is such a thing as Free Will...it must be omnipotent. Anything less, is simply manipulated illusion. Something outside ourselves controlling all possible variables including time and space.
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Best to turn away from gossip. Everyone gets hurt, yourself included, when coming to conclusions that are likely not conclusive.
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Only the wearer knows where the shoe pinches.
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Love! No more powerful a word when sincerely spoken, crosses and cooperatively links in brother and sisterhood all imagined divides of spiritual faith.
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Because it was not a "level playing field" at its inception the appearance of impropriety must be considered in any decision regarding race in America.
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A cleanse is a thousand drops...dirt can be a single speck on a just cleaned blouse -- life is never simple as books nor forecasts of clear or inclement weather.
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We are aligned like
those three
closely-knit stars
without which
Orion is incomplete.
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It's better to reduce your mistakes than to increase your sorries
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It takes a lot skill, thought, and hard work to make a poem sound convincingly spontaneous.
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God moves in increments of 100 years
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Purity of form in life is a fallacy. In Poetry this is the same. More and more poets will need to combine forms to stay relevant to the evolution of energy & its true expression. This does not, by any means, negate the movement towards perfection, since perfection is only the exact expression of the Now.
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With JUSTICE, include COMPASSION and FAITH..then RULES will never be inhumane.
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It's a good idea for a poet to read a lot of poetry, preferably in more than one language, making no effort either to concentrate on or to avoid the poetry of any particular country or century, including your own: just read what you like. Then when you write a poem, assume your reader has read, understood, and liked all the same poetry that you have read, understood, and liked. That this isn’t true doesn’t matter.
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Not a thing nor season, is without constant change. Poetry is our omnipotent dimension. God understands I have come to be convinced. Thinking He not only allows poets...but truly loves them.
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The first time I saw you my face lit up like
a feral woman incarcerated in concrete who found the maverick flow of the ocean.
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Indecision is the sincerest form of self-denial; hesitation is the reinforcement.
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When the end justifying the means means abandoning principle, it means the end is near.
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If foolish inconsistency is the hobgoblin of little minds, it surely must follow that foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little imagination.
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If foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds, devious inconsistency must surely be the pernicious gremlin of foolish minds.
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Success is inconsistent, fall then spring back up. It's worth the cost.
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Religions offer valuable moral frameworks and meaning for many, guiding ethical living and community. However, historical additions by those in power—often to control or manipulate—can obscure their core wisdom with illogical narratives. Stripping away these layers can refine their essence, revealing timeless principles for a good life.
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Forgiveness is to our benefit not to the benefit of those who incurred it
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As a mere infant I narrowly survived a brutal civil war that took 3 million lives. As an adult I narrowly survived a horrific pandemic that took millions of lives. What else is there to survive? The challenges that increase with survival. ~Nkwachukwu Ogbuagu
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"Don't try to coerce respect through intimidation or obsequiousness - these strategies undermine self-worth and lead to frustration. Authentic respect cannot be compelled; it stems from others' own judgments and choices. Instead of trying to control others' behavior, focus on self-respect and upholding your own standards of integrity. Lead by example through principled and rational responses that speak for themselves. By doing so, you'll maintain personal power and demonstrate true character."
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"Don't try to coerce respect through intimidation or obsequiousness - these strategies undermine self-worth and lead to frustration. Authentic respect cannot be compelled; it stems from others' own judgments and choices. Instead of trying to control others' behavior, focus on self-respect and upholding your own standards of integrity. Lead by example through principled and rational responses that speak for themselves. By doing so, you'll maintain personal power and demonstrate true character."
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"When insulted or mistreated, maintain your integrity and values - don't betray your principles in reaction. It's tempting to stoop to their level, but reactive ploys only diminish your worth further. Stand firm in who you are and exemplify kindness, understanding, and fairness, even if others don't reciprocate. Don't let someone else's behavior drag you down; rise above it by staying true to yourself."
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"When faced with disrespect, avoid excessive gossip or complaining, as it can reinforce negativity and victimhood. Instead, share incidents with trusted confidants who offer healthy support and perspective. Pause before venting, and consider if it's truly serving your growth or just spreading toxicity. Shift your focus to constructive action, and frame experiences as opportunities to demonstrate virtues like forgiveness."
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