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QUOTES FOR REFLECTION“Trust thyself […] Nothing can bring you peace but yourself.”~Ralph Waldo Emerson, American writer and philosopher, in “Self-Reliance” “I am the master of my fate,I am the captain of my soul.”~William Ernest Henley, English poet and writer, in “Invictus” “I have got so much to do and life is so short, I am going to hustle.”~Thomas Edison, American inventor “The opportunity cost of going to sleep is too high. If you go to sleep, you won't be with your 20 AI coding agents.”~Marc Andreessen, American venture capitalist and entrepreneur “The best cure for insomnia is to get a lot of sleep.”~W.C. Fields, American actor and comedian “Sleep is a parable that God is God and we are mere men. God handles the world quite nicely while a hemisphere sleeps. Sleep is like a broken record that comes around with the same message every day: Man is not sovereign. Man is not sovereign. Man is not sovereign.”~John Piper, American Baptist pastor and theologian “We are able to have children because our hope is in God, who makes it possible to do the absurd thing of having children. In a world of such terrible injustice, in a world of such terrible misery, in a world that may well be about the killing of our children, having children is an extraordinary act of faith and hope. But as Christians we can have hope in the God who urges us to welcome children.” “Nothing is more hopeful than the birth of a child. Such births defy the unknown, claiming that we can in fact trust in God. […] What we are about as Christians is the having of children. That must come first, and then we must subject other aspects of our lives to that reality. I am not suggesting that children become an end in themselves, but rather that children are the way we remember that it is God that matters, not making the world safe or rich.” “Christians, single and married, are parents. ‘Parent' names an office of the Christian community that everyone in the community is expected faithfully to fulfill. […] God has not willed the church to be reproduced through biology but through witness and conversion.”~ Stanley Hauerwas, American theologian and Christian ethicistSERMON PASSAGEPsalm 127 (ESV)Psalm 1271 Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the watchman stays awake in vain.2 It is in vain that you rise up early and go late to rest, eating the bread of anxious toil; for he gives to his beloved sleep. 3 Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward.4 Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the children of one's youth.5 Blessed is the man who fills his quiver with them! He shall not be put to shame when he speaks with his enemies in the gate. Luke 12 22 And he said to his disciples, “Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat, nor about your body, what you will put on. 23 For life is more than food, and the body more than clothing. 24 Consider the ravens: they neither sow nor reap, they have neither storehouse nor barn, and yet God feeds them.… 27 Consider the lilies, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin, yet I tell you, even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these.… Fear not, little flock, for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom.” Psalm 35 I lay down and slept; I woke again, for the Lord sustained me.6 I will not be afraid of many thousands of people who have set themselves against me all around. Jeremiah 29 4 “Thus says the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel, to all the exiles whom I have sent into exile from Jerusalem to Babylon: 5 Build houses and live in them; plant gardens and eat their produce. 6 Take wives and have sons and daughters; take wives for your sons, and give your daughters in marriage, that they may bear sons and daughters; multiply there, and do not decrease.… 11 For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. Matthew 16 18 And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.
Psalm 127 June 28, 2026 preached by Paul Jeon Download Time of Reflection Quotations “Trust thyself […] Nothing can bring you peace but yourself.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson, American writer and philosopher, in “Self-Reliance” “I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul.” ~ William Ernest Henley, English poet and […]
In 1875, poet William Ernest Henley lay in a hospital bed, one leg already amputated, and wrote these now-famous words: “I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul.” It sounds courageous, but Scripture tells a different story: “Our God is in heaven; he does whatever pleases him” (Psalm 115:3, NIV). In Genesis 17, God appears to Abraham and introduces Himself by a name never used before in all of Scripture—El-Shaddai, God Almighty—because Abraham still hasn't grasped who is truly in charge. What Abraham discovers in this encounter is the one truth that can anchor any life: When everything seems out of control, everything is under God's control. To live in that reality, there are three things you need to do: Walk before the Lord, wait on the Lord, and watch for the Lord.
Episódio 020 de Dias Úteis, um podcast que oferece poesia pela manhã, de segunda a sexta-feira. O poema de hoje é de William Ernest Henley. A leitura é de Sandra Barão Nobre, autora dos projectos https://abiblioterapeuta.com e a https://acordofotografico.com/ . Tema musical original de Marco Figueiredo, com voz de José Carlos Tinoco. Saiba mais sobre os nossos projectos em www.assdeideias.pt.
looking for more DTP content and swag? www.thereadinesslab.com/dtp-linksJanuary 10, 2020: Leadership, Resilience, and Building a Mission-Driven Life January 10, 2020, is a defining date—not just for this podcast, but for leadership, resilience, and what it truly means to commit to a mission. In this reflective episode of the Disaster Tough Podcast, host John Scardena looks back on the day he left a stable corporate career to go all-in on building Doberman Emergency Management. This conversation is not about COVID, headlines, or hindsight—it's about decision-making under uncertainty, values-based leadership, and the personal cost of choosing purpose over comfort. John shares hard-earned lessons from years of entrepreneurship, emergency management, and crisis leadership—drawing parallels between disaster response and navigating business crises. He explains how mission-driven organizations endure, why comparison is corrosive to leadership, and how resilience is built not through ease, but through repeated adversity. The episode centers on three powerful leadership principles:Stop measuring success by comparison and instead focus on whether those around you have what they need.Ignore criticism from people you wouldn't seek advice from, and be intentional about whose voices shape your decisions.Build resilience deliberately, understanding that mitigation matters—but storms will still come.John also reflects on the poem Invictus by William Ernest Henley, using it as a lens to discuss grit, accountability, and personal responsibility in moments when circumstances feel overwhelming. The episode closes with a reminder that long-term leadership is about endurance, sacrifice, family, and learning to embrace the journey—come what may. This episode is essential listening for:Emergency managers and first respondersEntrepreneurs and executives navigating uncertaintyLeaders building mission-focused organizationsAnyone facing burnout, criticism, or high-stakes decisionsIf you're building something that matters—and feeling the weight that comes with it—this episode offers perspective, clarity, and hard-won encouragement grounded in real experience, not theory.
Charlie and C J Wray (The Excitements) discuss the WW2 women her book about fun-loving nonagenarians is based on and her views on modern and historical adoption as an adoptee herself. We also discuss the Peter Jones (John Lewis) department store, using Morse Code, and Diamond Doris, a jewel-thief who got away with quite a bit. Please note there are a couple of mild swear words in this episode. Please also note we talk of the First Aid Nursing Yeomanry which is commonly shortened to FANY. A transcript is available on my site Tickets to my live show of Friday 4th April can be bought here Sign up to the Author's Afterword newsletter here General references: William Ernest Henley's Invictus poem Long Lost Family The Yoga teacher Chris mentions is Dorothea Barron. It isn't the same lady Charlie mentions, and unfortunately Charlie has been unable to find out who that was. Books mentioned by name or extensively: C J Wray: The Excitements C J Wray: Bad Influence Christian Lamb (with Chris): Beyond The Sea, A Wren At War Don Marquis: Archy and Mehitabel Pam and Jean Owtram (with Chris): Codebreaking Sisters Stella Knightley: The Girl Behind The Mask Stella Knightley: The Girl Behind The Fan Stella Knightley: The Girl Behind The Curtain W E Fairbairn's book: Hands Off! Self Defense For Women And Girls Buy the books: UK || USA Release details: recorded 26th September 2024; published 10th March 2025 Where to find Chris online: Website (as C J Wray) || Website (Chrissie Manby) || Instagram Where to find Charlie online: Website || Twitter || Instagram || TikTok Discussions 02:05 About Pat and Jean Owtram, the two sisters who inspired The Excitements 04:04 About the inspiration for Penny's stealing, Diamond Doris 07:25 Using the Peter Jones department store 09:05 All about Archie 10:20 Toujours gai! 11:43 How Chris went about the writing itself 14:13 The Invictus poem and Fairbairn book 16:53 Chris' use of Morse Code 19:16 Davinia and Sister Eugenia, and we then move on to Arlene 22:52 Chris talks about adoptions both historical and modern and her views on it as an adoptee herself 28:20 Did Chris consider having Penny and Josephine defeat the gunman? 29:03 Frank's choice not to send Penny back to into the field 31:59 About Chris' next book, Bad Influence 34:51 Chris once wrote a 90,000 page book in 2 months! Disclosure: If you buy books linked to my site, I may earn a commission from Bookshop.org, whose fees support independent bookshops
Many can feel weighted by pressures, ills, and life's struggles, especially in the darkest time of the year. It is no coincidence that Hanukkah, Christmas, and Kwanzaa take place at this time with their messages of light. Jan shares the "rest of the story" of a man, William Ernest Henley who, though ill and struggling much of his life, created a poem of empowerment that has inspired the likes of Robert Louis Stevenson, Nelson Mandela and generations after.
You are a Masterpiece Crafted with Purpose! "For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them." Ephesians 2:10 Life is full of moments that challenge us, yet these moments often lead us to greater revelations about ourselves and uncover our hidden potential. It's in the struggle that we find the strength we never knew we had. Remember that you are a masterpiece crafted with purpose, and no hardship is too great to prevent your growth. As you face life's battles, think of them as pathways leading you closer to unveiling your true capabilities. Trust in this journey and embrace each sign as a marker of the faithful plan laid out for you. Take inspiration from J.K. Rowling's story, who transformed rejection into triumph. Before becoming one of the best-selling authors in history, she faced countless rejections from publishers while battling personal struggles. Instead of yielding to despair, she persisted with unwavering determination—uncovering her hidden potential one word at a time through Harry Potter. Her journey is a powerful reminder that setbacks can be stepping stones if met with resilience and faith. Isaiah 41:10 says, "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.” As Genesis 8:5 reminds us with its message of hope after the floodwaters receded, there is always evidence of God's faithfulness in your life too. Let the truth from Isaiah 41:10 fill your spirit with confidence during uneasy times. Know that every step you take is divinely guided towards realizing all that has been placed within you by an unfailing Creator. In closing, let William Ernest Henley's words bolster your resolve: I am the master of my fate; I am the captain of my soul. In other words, you're equipped to forge ahead courageously. Acknowledge today as part of the wondrous adventure designed for discovering what was once hidden inside—your boundless potential awaiting revelation. Keep moving forward with an uplifted heart and steadfast belief in yourself and God's unwavering presence on this incredible path toward fulfillment. Psalm 119:105 says, "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." Amen. Prayer for the day! May your life continually reflect the indescribable beauty and warmth of God's love. Like a lighthouse guiding ships safely through stormy seas, I pray that your steadfast faith draws those adrift in life towards safety and peace. The Lord is your everlasting light, turning night into day and sorrow into joy. In Jesus' name. Amen. https://maglife.org --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastor-divineo/support
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Is there any upside to negative emotions? What can comedians teach us about dealing with pain? And why did Angela eat off of a stranger's plate at a sushi bar? SOURCES:Ludwig van Beethoven, 18th-19th century composer and pianist.Jen Christensen, reporter and producer at CNN.Lauren Eskreis-Winkler, professor of management & organizations at Northwestern University.Sigmund Freud, neurologist and founder of psychoanalysis.Shirley MacLaine, actor.George Vaillant, professor of psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital.Ali Wong, comedian. RESOURCES:"The Sad Clown: The Deep Emotions Behind Stand-Up Comedy," by Jen Christensen (CNN, 2018)."Neuroticism," by Jennifer L. Tackett and Benjamin B. Lahey (The Oxford handbook of the Five Factor Model, 2017)."Thinking Too Much: Self-Generated Thought as the Engine of Neuroticism," by Adam M. Perkins, Danilo Arnone, Jonathan Smallwood, and Dean Mobbs (Trends in Cognitive Sciences, 2015)."Survivor Mission: Do Those Who Survive Have a Drive to Thrive at Work?" by Lauren Eskreis-Winkler, Elizabeth Shulman, and Angela Duckworth (The Journal of Positive Psychology, 2014)."Age Differences in Personality Traits From 10 to 65: Big Five Domains and Facets in a Large Cross-Sectional Sample," by Christopher J. Soto, Oliver P. John, Samuel D. Gosling, and Jeff Potter (Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 2011)."Adaptive Mental Mechanisms: Their Role in a Positive Psychology," by George Vaillant (American Psychologist, 2000).The Harvard Study of Adult Development. EXTRAS:Big Five Personality Inventory, by No Stupid Questions (2024).“Personality: The Big Five,” series by No Stupid Questions (2024).Terms of Endearment, film by James L. Brooks (1983)."Invictus," poem by William Ernest Henley (1888).
In this auction sermon dedicated to UUCA member Sofia Blom, Rev John will examine Carl Jung's shadow concept and why a poem by William Ernest Henley provides the perfect context for understanding and overcoming our shadows which leads to spiritual transformation. Delivered Sunday April 28, 2024
Today's poem–benign anthem of the resilient human spirit or a hymn to radical autonomy?–has divided audiences for more than a century.Born in Gloucester, England, poet, editor, and critic William Ernest Henley was educated at Crypt Grammar School, where he studied with the poet T.E. Brown, and the University of St. Andrews. His father was a struggling bookseller who died when Henley was a teenager. At age 12 Henley was diagnosed with tubercular arthritis that necessitated the amputation of one of his legs just below the knee; the other foot was saved only through a radical surgery performed by Joseph Lister. As he healed in the infirmary, Henley began to write poems, including “Invictus,” which concludes with the oft-referenced lines “I am the master of my fate; / I am the captain of my soul.” Henley's poems often engage themes of inner strength and perseverance. His numerous collections of poetry include A Book of Verses (1888), London Voluntaries (1893), and Hawthorn and Lavender (1899).Henley edited the Scots Observer (which later became the National Observer), through which he befriended writer Rudyard Kipling, and the Magazine of Art, in which he lauded the work of emerging artists James McNeill Whistler and Auguste Rodin. Henley was a close friend of Robert Louis Stevenson, who reportedly based his Long John Silver character in Treasure Island in part on Henley.-bio via Poetry Foundation Get full access to The Daily Poem Podcast at dailypoempod.substack.com/subscribe
Length: 1 hour 16 minutesSynopsis: This evening (3/28/24), in our Thursday night Pirkei Avos shiur for women, we began learning the next mishnah which is about humility - or, to be precise, "extreme lowliness of spirit." We started learning through the Rambam's lengthy commentary, which is essentially a treatise on humility, but because this required us to do an overview of the Rambam's entire approach to character traits in Hilchos Deios, we only made it through the first two paragraphs of his commentary here. We had a good review and got some nice insights, but there is much, much more to be said about being very, very humble. To be continued! (בג"ה)-----מקורות:אבות ד:דרמב"םרמב"ם - משנה תורה: ספר המדע, הלכות דעות פרקים א-בWilliam Ernest Henley, "Invictus"-----This week's Torah content has been sponsored anonymously. When I asked the donor what they'd like their dedicatory message to say, they responded: "You can say it was because of your Dennis Rodman breakthrough" (referring to a point I made in a recent Megilah shiur). I love feedback like this because it shows me that people enjoy and gain from the sometimes eclectic Torah I share. Thank you for your support!-----If you've gained from what you've learned here, please consider contributing to my Patreon at www.patreon.com/rabbischneeweiss. Alternatively, if you would like to make a direct contribution to the "Rabbi Schneeweiss Torah Content Fund," my Venmo is @Matt-Schneeweiss, and my Zelle and PayPal are mattschneeweiss at gmail. Even a small contribution goes a long way to covering the costs of my podcasts, and will provide me with the financial freedom to produce even more Torah content for you.If you would like to sponsor a day's or a week's worth of content, or if you are interested in enlisting my services as a teacher or tutor, you can reach me at rabbischneeweiss at gmail. Thank you to my listeners for listening, thank you to my readers for reading, and thank you to my supporters for supporting my efforts to make Torah ideas available and accessible to everyone.-----Substack: rabbischneeweiss.substack.com/Patreon: patreon.com/rabbischneeweissYouTube: youtube.com/rabbischneeweissInstagram: instagram.com/rabbischneeweiss/"The Stoic Jew" Podcast: thestoicjew.buzzsprout.com"Machshavah Lab" Podcast: machshavahlab.buzzsprout.com"The Mishlei Podcast": mishlei.buzzsprout.com"Rambam Bekius" Podcast: rambambekius.buzzsprout.com"The Tefilah Podcast": tefilah.buzzsprout.comOld Blog: kolhaseridim.blogspot.com/WhatsApp Content Hub (where I post all my content and announce my public classes): https://chat.whatsapp.com/GEB1EPIAarsELfHWuI2k0HAmazon Wishlist: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/Y72CSP86S24W?ref_=wl_sharel
We all face regret amid life's changes and losses, feeling the weight of missed opportunities and moments. The good news is that we also have a redemptive God who does not want us to be held captive by anything but his love. In today's podcast, Stasi shares candidly about regret and resentment and the healing power of faith and forgiveness. Friends, the power of Jesus on the cross is more than enough to carry us, and nothing is out of reach for our God. May Stasi's words inspire hope as she encourages you to lean into God as his beloved and embrace his promise to make all things new.…..SHOW NOTES:…..VERSES: Romans 8:28 (NLT) — And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.Acts 24:16 (NLT) — Because of this, I always try to maintain a clear conscience before God and all people.Ephesians 1:7 (NLT) — He is so rich in kindness and grace that he purchased our freedom with the blood of his Son and forgave our sins.Ephesians 2:6 (NLT) — For he raised us from the dead along with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ Jesus.…..OTHER RESOURCES:Quote (partial) by Alfred Lord Tennyson, from The Princess: Tears, Idle Tears – “Deep as first love, and wild with all regret; O Death in Life, the days that are no more!”Quote (partial) by William Ernest Henley from There's A Regret – “For deeds undone Rnakle and snarl and hunger for their due, Till there seems naught so despicable as you”…..Don't Miss Out on the Next Episode – Subscribe for FreeSubscribe using your favorite podcast app:Spotify Podcasts – https://spoti.fi/42SsOipApple Podcasts – https://apple.co/42E0oZ1 Google Podcasts – http://wahe.art/3M81kxLAmazon Music & Audible – https://amzn.to/3M9u6hJ
Ebi Atawodi is Director of Product Management for the Creator Experience at YouTube, former Head of Product at Uber, and a former Director of Product (Payments and EMEA) at Netflix. Known for crafting a strong, unified vision, Ebi empowers her teams to achieve outsized outcomes. In today's episode, we go deep into vision and strategy, including:• The four key elements of a good vision statement• Three ways to determine your mission• The four pillars of great product management• How writing helps you gain clarity• How culture influences product• Tips on how to structure a strategy session• Advice on building team culture and improving work relationships• What's coming soon at YouTube—Brought to you by Sidebar—Accelerate your career by surrounding yourself with extraordinary peers | Jira Product Discovery—Atlassian's new prioritization and roadmapping tool built for product teams | Wix Studio—The web creation platform built for agencies—Find the transcript for this episode and all past episodes at: https://www.lennyspodcast.com/episodes/. Today's transcript will be live by 8 a.m. PT.—Where to find Ebi Atawodi:• X: https://twitter.com/ebiatawodi• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ebiatawodi• YouTube mixes: https://www.youtube.com/@EbiAtawodi/videos—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Ebi's background(04:31) Four key elements of a product vision(08:14) Examples of lofty but attainable visions(11:43) Vision vs. mission (13:23) Examples of visions and missions from notable companies(15:00) A simple framework for outlining a vision (20:51) Other methods for outlining a vision (23:29) The impact of writing clear headlines(26:41) Using mockups to frame your vision(28:24) A step-by-step approach to developing a vision(32:58) Ebi's “10 Things” document(37:47) A quick summary of Ebi's tips(40:56) How to use the “10 Things” doc in a strategy session(43:11) The three concentric circles of evangelizing (47:48) The cadence of developing a vision and bringing it to life(49:26) Visions vs. micro visions(52:58) First steps in developing a vision(55:12) Infrastructure is the product(56:39) Clarity and conviction, the main jobs of PMs(59:58) Ebi's narrative doc(1:04:59) Conviction, its role in the job, and how to build it(1:08:20) How to build company culture(1:17:06) The monolithic culture at Uber(1:19:09) The culture Ebi embeds in her teams(1:23:58) How to evaluate your relationship with your engineering manager (1:26:02) What's new at YouTube(1:29:22) Ebi's closing thoughts(1:30:45) Lightning round—Referenced:• Andre Albuquerque on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andre-albuquerque• TED's mission: https://www.ted.com/about/our-organization#:~:text=Our%20mission%3A%20Spread%20ideas%2C%20foster,and%20create%20impact%20%7C%20About%20%7C%20TED• Stripe's operating principles: https://stripe.com/jobs/culture• Microsoft's vision and mission: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/about• Tesla's mission statement: https://www.tesla.com/blog/mission-tesla• Lyft's mission on Comparably: https://www.comparably.com/companies/lyft/mission• Ebi's playbooks and templates: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1tU3jpbq_xHcF4x1bdANCVBsO6rbQ8h1HqvdQfwGW4MA/edit• Working Backwards Press Release Template and Example: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/working-backwards-press-release-template-example-ian-mcallister/• Patrick Collison on X: https://twitter.com/patrickc• Seinfeld meme: https://seinfeldmemes.com/you-know-how-to-take-the-reservation/• Travis Kalanick on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/traviskalanick/• Wimdu: https://www.wimdu.com/• Leaving big tech to build the #1 technology newsletter | Gergely Orosz (The Pragmatic Engineer): https://www.lennyspodcast.com/leaving-big-tech-to-build-the-1-technology-newsletter-gergely-orosz-the-pragmatic-engineer/• The 48 Laws of Power: https://www.amazon.com/48-Laws-Power-Robert-Greene/dp/0140280197• The God of Small Things: https://www.amazon.com/God-Small-Things-Novel/dp/0812979656/• Outliers: The Story of Success: https://www.amazon.com/Outliers-Story-Success-Malcolm-Gladwell/dp/0316017930• All About Love: https://www.amazon.com/All-About-Love-New-Visions/dp/0060959479• The Bear on Hulu: https://www.hulu.com/series/the-bear-05eb6a8e-90ed-4947-8c0b-e6536cbddd5f• Scavengers Reign on Max: https://www.max.com/shows/scavengers-reign/50c8ce6d-088c-42d9-9147-d1b19b1289d4• Sleep Cycle: https://www.sleepcycle.com/• Nanit: https://www.nanit.com/• “Invictus” by William Ernest Henley: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/51642/invictus• Burning Man: https://burningman.org/—Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. For inquiries about sponsoring the podcast, email podcast@lennyrachitsky.com.—Lenny may be an investor in the companies discussed. Get full access to Lenny's Newsletter at www.lennysnewsletter.com/subscribe
Jerry Seinfeld teases a "Seinfeld" reunion. And Puff Daddy saw aliens! Joined by Akira the Don. Akira's setlist: "I Am I Think I Will" (single out this Friday, lyrics adapted from ANTHEM by Ayn Rand, 1937) "Who You Are" ft. David Goggins "Dostoevsky" ft. Jordan Peterson "Hard Work" ft. Paul Harvey "The Government Should Fear the People" ft. Nick Rekieta "Invictus" (lyrics adapted from the poem by William Ernest Henley, 1875) Go to https://UNDERTAC.COM and get 20% OFF SITEWIDE when you use offer code NORMAL20. Follow the boys @TheDtlandau ► https://davelandau.com/ @QTRBlackGarrett ► https://linktr.ee/14BlackGarrett
» Unlock God Mode « We are in the last month of the year. What is your intention for December?Where would you like to see your life in 30 days? Your bank account? Your relationships? Your self-concept?How do you really want to end this year?Are you ready to experience an incredible 4-week transformation in December?Unlock God Mode is a 30-day course that is designed to transform your self-concept, your self-belief, your persistence, and your faith in the unseen. Are you ready to go on an incredible 4-week adventure of manifestation?» Use the code DECEMBER for a special limited time discount «* * *Unlock God Mode is a transformative 30-day course designed to accelerate your journey towards greater wealth, love, and success through a deeper understanding and manipulation of your reality. Comprising of 30 audio lessons, this course unfolds as a self-paced, introspective expedition into reality creation, aiding you in elevating your consciousness to what's referred to as the God Mode. Throughout this journey, practical tools will be provided daily to help enrich your life with more love, money, and success by altering your mental models and perceptions. This course combines theory and hands-on experience to create a unique deep dive into manifestation, consciousness, and reality creation. Join me on an extraordinary, 30-day adventure (1 lesson per day) and watch your reality transform. Begin the Unlock God Mode experience today »***Invictus, meaning “unconquerable” or “undefeated” in Latin, is a poem by William Ernest Henley. This poem is about courage in the face of death, and holding on to one's own dignity despite the indignities life places before us.Listen and read this poem in times of difficulty, and remember: you are the master of your fate.Invictus by William Ernest HenleyOut of the night that covers me, Black as the pit from pole to pole,I thank whatever gods may be For my unconquerable soul.In the fell clutch of circumstance I have not winced nor cried aloud.Under the bludgeonings of chance My head is bloody, but unbowed.Beyond this place of wrath and tears Looms but the Horror of the shade,And yet the menace of the years Finds and shall find me unafraid.It matters not how strait the gate, How charged with punishments the scroll,I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul.Resources: • Free newsletter • NevilleDaily Store• NevilleDaily YouTube• NevilleDaily Discord Products:• 101 Questions to Change Your Life: Daily Self-Concept Affirmations • Infinite Spirit Is Never Late – Subconscious Meditation• Neville Goddard: 15 Daily Affirmations to Live By• Feeling is the Secret ebook + audiobook• Out of the World ebook + audiobook
Powerful Life Poetry: Invictus by English poet, writer, critic and editor - William Ernest Henley. Read by John Mydrim Ballantyne Davies.William Ernest Henley (23 August 1849 – 11 July 1903) was an English poet, writer, critic and editor in late Victorian England. Though he wrote several books of poetry, Henley is remembered most often for his 1875 poem "Invictus". A fixture in London literary circles, the one-legged Henley was also the inspiration for Robert Louis Stevenson's character Long John Silver (Treasure Island, 1883), while his young daughter Margaret inspired J. M. Barrie's choice of the name Wendy for the heroine of his play Peter Pan (1904).Speaker: John Mydrim Ballantyne Davieswww.thevoice.walesINVICTUSOut of the night that covers me, Black as the pit from pole to pole,I thank whatever gods may be For my unconquerable soul.In the fell clutch of circumstance I have not winced nor cried aloud.Under the bludgeonings of chance My head is bloody, but unbowed.Beyond this place of wrath and tears Looms but the Horror of the shade,And yet the menace of the years Finds and shall find me unafraid.It matters not how strait the gate, How charged with punishments the scroll,I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
People frequently explore ways to develop their psychic abilities outside of themselves. But the tools are not the pendulum, not the tarot cards, and not clairvoyance; rather, they are your physical body, your energetic body, your spiritual body, and your psychic body. It is a part of you, just like clairaudience and claircognizance are both happening inside of you. Whenever I instruct other people, I always tell them, "You are the instrument." You need to have a deep understanding of your physical self, including how you take in information, how you react to it, what you do with it, and how it makes you feel. Because, as William Ernest Henley once said, You are the master of your fate and the captain of your soul. You are in control of your destiny; that ship that you are sailing, you are the captain of that. To get where you want to go, you have to know every nook and cranny of the ship and make sure it's safe to go before you set sail. Even if your ship looks the same as other ships or is made the same way, the waves it met and the rocks that scraped against it will be different from those of other ships. You already possess everything you need because you have both your soul and your knowledge within you, the instrument that you play is also within you. It is possible for you to receive intuitive or psychic auditory information through several chakras, such as your throat or your eyes. Additionally, clairaudience can present itself in a variety of forms depending on the chakra that is active at any one time. It is vitally important to me that you are aware of how essential it is for you to achieve mastery of your instrument. I'm helping powerful people every day to shift their humdrum life from finger-tapping boring to exciting experiences deeply rooted in their heart and soul. If you are ready to get out-of-the-box of your life, engage intuitive tools, elevate your life and business, and finally, bring your mission to the world, whether through speaking on stages, creating your signature product, healing the masses, writing a book, producing your film, or all of the above, then book a call with me. You have nothing to lose but time, and you already watch that pass you by every day. Next Level Living, go to www.marilynalauria.com/next. Need some major mindset shifts and everything you tried has failed? Try our free tool to shift your thinking once and for all at JoinSASS.com. Check out my book, Guides: Mystical Connections to Soul Guides and Divine Teachers. Find out how strong relationships mirror our soul's nature back to us and learn practical ways to improve our ability to communicate with our Guides. It can be purchased from Barnes & Noble, Amazon.com, and my website, https://www.marilynalauria.com/book. In this episode you'll learn about: Using the five senses to tap into their gifts. Your instrument is your instrument Claircognizance and how to use it effectively. Related Episodes: Eps 129 – Chakra Abundance Meditation Eps 126 – Claircognizance with a Meditation Eps 112 – Tapping Your Way to Alignment with Dana Middleton Don't forget new episodes come out every Thursday! Follow and rate the podcast on Apple Podcast. Help us spread the word by sharing this episode with a friend. If you have questions, email info@MarilynAlauria.com Meet your own personal Guide at https://marilynalauria.com/guide _______________________________ Follow me on social: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
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Today we feature "Invictus" by William Ernest Henley. Please send your submissions to be featured on the podcast to poetryinmedicine@gmail.com. "In whatever you do, read a poem."
Ever tried to learn a new skill? To be successful you need a knowledgeable instructor to show you how to master the concepts necessary to accomplish the task (i.e. fix something on your car). If you tried to do it without any instruction, the end result wouldn't be very successful, no matter how many times you might restart. You have no knowledge of the skill and one to teach it to you. In his poem Invictus, William Ernest Henley declares that he is the captain of his soul - he's the ultimate "good" and "god" in his universe. Many in our society have adopted this point of view - "Follow your heart" - "I Did It My Way." However, we as humans are selfish, prone to wickedness, and really good at messing things up. Our "heart" will lead us astray every time. Today Pastor Rich will show that Jesus desires to be the Captain of your soul. He is perfect, all-powerful, all-knowing, and loving. Will you let Him lead you, or would you rather "do it your way?" Matthew 4:18-22
William Ernest Henley's classic poem, Invictus, ends with the declaration, “I am the master of my fate; I am the captain of my soul.” Frank Sinatra captures the same conviction in his popular song, “I Did It My Way.” Both texts celebrate human independence and self-determination. But the famous poet is dead, and the crooner is no more. Are we ultimately in control of our own lives and destinies, or are our attempts at self-determination evidence of rebellion against our true Master and Commander? Join us for part 4 of Tipping Point, where we will explore Jesus' parable about the rebellious tenants.
William Ernest Henley's classic poem, Invictus, ends with the declaration, “I am the master of my fate; I am the captain of my soul.” Frank Sinatra captures the same conviction in his popular song, “I Did It My Way.” Both texts celebrate human independence and self-determination. But the famous poet is dead, and the crooner is no more. Are we ultimately in control of our own lives and destinies, or are our attempts at self-determination evidence of rebellion against our true Master and Commander? Join us for part 4 of Tipping Point, where we will explore Jesus' parable about the rebellious tenants.
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William Ernest Henley poeta, escritor, editory y crítico inglés sufríó enfrentó muchos reveses durante toda su vida, la cual muy posiblemente le inspiraría para escribir sus poema llenos de determinación y esperanza ante las más crueles adversidades; especialmente, recuerda John Manuel Kennedy Traverso, está el famoso poema: "Invictus", que es prácticamente un Himno a la voluntad indomeñable del hombre. Disfrútalo y guárdalo muy cerca de tu corazón para que te acompañe durante aquellos momentos fuertes con que a veces nos azota el destino. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-kennedy98/message
The Nerd talks life, mindset, and the philosophies derived from William Ernest Henley's poem 'Invictus'.
In this episode, Adam Barfoot, M.Ed., LPC, talks about the poem called Invictus by William Ernest Henley. He discusses post-traumatic growth, realizing your strength, how people heal from trauma, the importance of your thoughts, and how to think more positively. Adam's Psychology Today profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/adam-barfoot-chattanooga-tn/962913 Instagram: @counselingandfunctionalfitness Books mentioned in this episode: Post Traumatic Success by Fredrike Bannink, Resilience by Eric Greitens, Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/counselingandfitness/support
It's time for the Fantasy Boy Draft and things are about to get explosive in our discussion on S3E6: Locked Hearts and Hand Grenades! We discuss Lucas and Haley's argument about his heart condition and whether he should tell Whitey, our support for Karen Roe 2024, and Jeremy's new favorite ship: Rachel and Peyton. We also break down the mix-up during the Fantasy Boy Draft and all of the girls' final picks, as well as dissect the heck out of the William Ernest Henley quote in Kaitlyn's Lit Crit segment! Be sure to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! That's the easiest way to support us and to help One Tree Hill fans, new and old, find us! We're Kaitlyn Ilinitch (@MissIReads) and Jeremy Rodriguez (@RodriguezJeremy) and you can find Always and Forever on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @alwaysothpod or email us at alwaysothpod@gmail.com. Check out our One Tree Hill season 3 Spotify playlist here: https://spoti.fi/3aRKgx2. Always and Forever is now on Patreon! Join our community to gain access to our private Discord server, early episode releases, and bonus content. Visit patreon.com/alwaysothpod for more information.
Captain Fantastic (2016) R 1h 58m Written and directed by Matt Ross-Produced by Electric City Entertainment and ShivHans Pictures 2: Captain Fantastic: Flushing Expectations and Norms Down the Toilet Episode Transcript Episode Page with Pictures Episode Host: Sarah Woolverton-Mohler Co-Host: Jennie Ziverk Carr Screen Care's host, Sarah, leads listeners and co-host Jennie through several themes she gleaned from the movie Captain Fantastic. First, Sarah categorizes Captain Fantastic as a "Thinking Movie", and discusses how Captain Fantastic is uniquely the kind of movie that challenges viewers to think deeply about many facets of life long after the film ends. Captain Fantastic is also a movie about Educating Children. We hear how Sarah felt that Captain Fantastic offered a lens through which to consider less conventional modes of education to her children, and encouraged her to parent with agility to meet her kids where they are. Lastly, Screen Cares digs into the theme of Living Authentically and the many ways the family depicted in Captain Fantastic challenges viewers to evaluation their own level of authenticity. A thinking movie: There are so many great movies out there and they all fulfill certain roles for us. Some are fun ways to escape the hum-drum of everyday life. Others offer a beautiful example of how film is a true art form. Still others transport us to different worlds, allow us to see different perspectives and different experiences. Captain Fantastic is the kind of movie that challenged our Screen Cares team to think deeply and this purpose felt unique and special. Educating children: If you have kids or have kids in your life that you care for, you'll ultimately be faced at some point with deciding how you want your children to be educated. There are many ways to facilitate education, and education is vital! Sarah from Screen Cares felt that Captain Fantastic offered a lens through which to consider less conventional modes of education to her children, and encouraged her to parent with agility to meet her kids where they are. Living authentically: After going through a re-evaluation of her family's priorities, values and needs, Sarah and her husband felt that they were not living in a manner that was authentic to who they are as people. Captain Fantastic depicts a family who strives for authenticity, and who realizes that our concept of who we are as individuals and who we are as a family unit may change from time to time. Screen Shares Rating: Buddy Screen Love Screen Co-Parent Screen* *(This is not a normal Screen Cares Rating, but one which we felt best described the desire to share this movie with someone that you share parenting responsibilities and brainstorming with, even if you are not in a romantic relationship with that person.) Screen Sparks: What unconventional choices have you made in your life to try to be the “master of your fate” or “captain of your soul”? Do you believe that the merits of society outweigh the issues? Do you feel that parenting should consider training for the real world, or training children to reshape the world? Do you have to choose all or nothing, or should extremes be avoided? Do you have friends who would question your choices in such a way that leads you to do more thinking? Do you prefer friends that cheer you on but who don't challenge you to think deeper about the choices you make? Behind the Scene- Pics and Bonus Materials: During Screen Cares PodRetreat in Chicago, Host Sarah strikes a thoughtful pose worthy of Invictus. When Screen Cares Co-Host Jennie sold her home and moved her family into an RV fit for adventure, Sarah joked that Jennie's family now had their very own "Steve" like the family in Captain Fantastic. After the Credits Roll-Links Referenced during the show: Official website to Captain Fantastic https://bleeckerstreetmedia.com/captainfantastic IMDB summary/description that was referenced by Sarah in this episode of Screen Cares: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3553976/?ref_=ttawd_awd_tt Visit Poetry Foundation to read William Ernest Henley's 1875 poem, Invictus: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/51642/invictus Want to see the great Morgan Freeman recite Invictus from memory? https://youtu.be/a7q_vACVwq0 Or to hear Tom Hiddleston read it? https://soundcloud.com/user-511793251/invictus-by-william-ernest-henley-read-by-tom-hiddleston?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing Check out Captain Fantastic's many awards: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3553976/awards If you or someone you love is talking or thinking about suicide, or would like free emotional support, please visit the link below for 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline where you can speak with a trained and skilled crisis support worker. https://988lifeline.org/talk-to-someone-now/
They say confidence is knowing and you got to know who the hell you are. Like it's a feeling. Like you just know and I think oftentimes you can say confidence is comparable to "big energy.” Now, we heard Latto talking about "big energy," but I got somebody new. His name is Ladipoe and he's a Nigerian artist. He goes by “Poe” and in the track he's talking about "Big Energy." He says, "I'm all about that big energy. I know you can tell from the confidence alone. Anywhere I sit, you know it's already a throne. King! Everybody talks, but be careful with your tone. Many have the number. But I only pick up the phone for that big energy." When you walk in a room... when you answer the phone... when your presence is known, you better walk in like that "big energy." You better walk in like you own that room because you do. And how did that poem go in "Invictus" by William Ernest Henley? Understand, "I am the master of my fate. I am the captain of my soul." So what [are] you writing down with that "big energy," huh?! Let's go! Alright, that's it for your dose of "Vitamin D." Be sure to follow us on all social media @VitaminDDawnDai and until next time, always remember, "you are your greatest asset." I ain't got nothing but that "big energy." Rwargh!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
You know, they say, "you can't fail if you don't quit." Imagine that. If you don't quit, you can't fail. So the key is to keep going. If you can not fail, then why would you ever quit? I don't know. I wonder sometimes. But I came across this track with Jeezy and the name of the track is "Keep Going" And in it he's just chanting, "Keep going! Keep going! Keep going! Rwrah! Agh! Agh!" I'm imagining myself at the gym because I'm telling you, when the weights are hitting, when I'm on that treadmill, the mother freaking Assault [Runner Pro]. I tell Lateef, I said, "I feel like this thing is trying to "assault" on my life." The "mode" is to "keep going." So I don't know what it is that you're going after. I don't know what it is that you want. I don't know what it is that you desire. I just know that you're going after something. And I want to encourage you. "Keep going! Keep going!" And in fact, you know, Jeezy, he has some ad lib in there and he says, "Talk your motherf*cking talk. Keep on moving on these motherf*cking suckers." You ready?! Let's go! In fact, check out William Ernest Henley as he states in "Invictus." "My head is bloody, but unbowed." Why? Because "I am the master of my fate. I am the captain of my soul." "Keep going! Keep going!" All right. That's it for your dose of "Vitamin D." Be sure to follow us on all social media @VitaminDDawnDai and until next time, always remember, "you are your greatest asset." Keep going! Keep going!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In This Episode, We Get Tactical About: - Living Unconquered - William Ernest Henley and How to Endure - Being the Master of Your Fate and the Captain of Your Soul Resources + Links: Connect with Kristofor on Instagram | @team_healey How can Kristofor help you become more indispensable? https://linktr.ee/krhealey Get your copy of Indispensable: A Tactical Plan for the Modern Man Shoot us a message on Instagram with your biggest takeaway @team_healey Show Notes: On our Friday Debrief we recap the week, talk about the lessons learned and head into the weekend with a tactical advantage. What did poet William Ernest Henley mean when he wrote Invictus and how can you apply those lessons of endurance to your life? Until Monday…Out of role!
Powerful Life Poetry: Invictus by English poet, writer, critic and editor - William Ernest Henley. Read by John Mydrim Ballantyne Davies.Speaker: John Mydrim Ballantyne Davieswww.thevoice.walesProduced and edited by T&H Inspiration for Motiversity. Subscribe for more daily inspirational content! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, we're honoring John Lewis, the civil rights hero and Congressman who died in 2020. The bond that Lewis forged with young Tybre Faw is the subject of a new picture book by best-selling author Andrea Davis Pinkney. Illustrated by Keith Henry Brown, the book is called Because of You, John Lewis: The True Story of a Remarkable Friendship. Andrea joins host Suzanne McCabe to talk about the inspiration for the book—the moment she saw Tybre, then 12, reading William Ernest Henley's poem, “Invictus,” at the Congressman's funeral. “I watched this child honoring this civil rights hero, and I wondered what had led him to this moment,” Andrea says. Tybre first met Lewis in 2018 in Selma, Alabama. His two grandmothers had driven him from their home in Tennessee to the annual march across the Edmund Pettus Bridge. The bridge was the site of an assault by state troopers on Lewis and hundreds of voting rights demonstrators in March 1965. “Bloody Sunday” would prove to be a turning point in the civil rights movement, outraging the nation and leading to the passage of the landmark Voting Rights Act. Later in the episode, U.S. Representative Nikema Williams shares her memories of Lewis and explains how Tybre and other young people are following in the courageous leader's footsteps. Williams now represents Georgia in the same congressional seat Lewis once held.
"Almost 150 years ago, in 1875, the late Victorian poet, William Ernest Henley, born in Gloucester, England, wrote the following while suffering from recurring illness. The poem has, ever since, inspired courage and strength in hearts." "Invictus" by William Ernest Henley Out of the night that covers me, Black as the pit from pole to pole, I thank whatever gods may be For my unconquerable soul. In the fell clutch of circumstance I have not winced nor cried aloud. Under the bludgeonings of chance My head is bloody, but unbowed. Beyond this place of wrath and tears Looms but the Horror of the shade, And yet the menace of the years Finds and shall find me unafraid. It matters not how strait the gate, How charged with punishments the scroll, I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thewanderingpaddy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode I talk about the famous poem Invictus by William Ernest Henley & how it effects me. It is what rallies me to step to the helm of the ship of my life & steer my vessel. I hope this episode inspires you to do the same however intimidating & impossible it may seem. Time & intention will help you get there. I hope you enjoy this episode. Please rate the show if it's beneficial for you. Request episodes or say hi: contact@beyondtheguru.com Read blog posts for episodes: https://www.beyondtheguru.com/thecomplexlife Need coaching? https://www.beyondtheguru.com/workwithme --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beyondtheguru/support
The Golden Age, by Kenneth Grahame (1859 - 1932).The Golden Age is a collection of reminiscences of childhood, written by Kenneth Grahame and first published in book form in 1895, by The Bodley Head in London and by Stone & Kimball in Chicago. The Prologue and six of the stories had previously appeared in the National Observer, the journal then edited by William Ernest Henley. Widely praised upon its first appearance – Algernon Charles Swinburne, writing in the Daily Chronicle, called it "one of the few books which are well-nigh too praiseworthy for praise" – the book has come to be regarded as a classic in its genre.Typical of his culture and his era, Grahame casts his reminiscences in imagery and metaphor rooted in the culture of Ancient Greece; to the children whose impressions are recorded in the book, the adults in their lives are "Olympians", while the chapter titled "The Argonauts" refers to Perseus, Apollo, Psyche, and similar figures of Greek mythology. Grahame's reminiscences, in The Golden Age and in the later Dream Days (1898), were notable for their conception "of a world where children are locked in perpetual warfare with the adult 'Olympians' who have wholly forgotten how it feels to be young" – a theme later explored by J.M. Barrie and other authors.(From Wikipedia).Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Today, my dad and I talk about the poem Invictus by William Ernest Henley, why it's important to be prepared for whatever life has to throw at you, how to control your emotions, and why you should put things away when you're done with them. Be sure to leave a 5-start rating and review. Maybe we'll read your review on a future podcast. Thanks for your support!
Your Deceptive Brain and the Illusion of Free Choice with Robert L. Taylor, MDAired Thursday, January 27, 2022 at 4:00 PM PST / 7:00 PM ESTThere is a famous saying taken from the poem “Invictus” penned by the Victorian era poet William Ernest Henley, which ends with the lines:“I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul.”Few would disagree with that. From the moment we are born, we are hard wired to believe that we have free will… we are in control of the decisions we make and the actions we take. But according to today's guest, neurobehavioral science is sending us an expecting message: We are not whom we seem to be. Not even close. And at the heart of this misperception is our deep-seated conviction of free choice.Robert L. Taylor, M.D., is a former Associate Clinical Professor of family medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine, and a past consultant to the United States secret service, and the California department of mental health. The executive producer, writer and radio voice for the PBS radio series, “Staying Well,” Robert L. Taylor has authored six books, dozens of articles, and appeared on numerous local and national radio & tv shows including NBC's Today show.Robert L. Taylor joins Sandie this week to discuss his latest book The Deceptive Brain – Blame, Punishment, and the Illusion of Choice, in which, based on emerging neurobehavioral science, he makes the case for human experience as a narrative illusion created by our brain, and explains what this means for the way we make decisions, and the way we blame and punish wrongdoers.Visit the What Is Going OM show page https://omtimes.com/iom/shows/what-is-going-omConnect with Sandie Sedgbeer at https://www.sedgbeer.com#RobertLTaylor #TheDeceptiveBrain #SandieSedgbeer #LifestyleSubscribe to our Newsletter https://omtimes.com/subscribe-omtimes-magazine/Connect with OMTimes on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Omtimes.Magazine/ and OMTimes Radio https://www.facebook.com/ConsciousRadiowebtv.OMTimes/Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmTimes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omtimes/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2798417/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/omtimes/
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This week on I Offer Poetry Elizabeth and her guest, Natasha Wright, discuss the inimitable power of Maya Angelou. Natasha lives in Washington, D.C. and currently serves as the Senior Advisor in the Immediate Office of the Assistant Secretary within the Administration for Children and Families (ACF). In this role, Natasha is responsible for developing and implementing many of ACF's strategic initiatives. Prior to starting this role in April 2021, she served for two years as a legislative analyst within the Office of Legislative Affairs and Budget at ACF. Our guest brings in the famous poem ‘Still I Rise' and tells us about how these words continue to resonate at every age she revisits them. After explaining she was coached by her mom into performing this poem for a childhood talent show, Natasha also reveals she had the opportunity to audit a class taught by Maya Angelou in college. We examine the different lenses of self respect and confidence Angelou weaves into her writing and the evolution of femininity throughout. Natasha also opens up about how the line “Still I rise” comes to her in tough moments and what it means to embrace her natural instincts to lead others and make life better for those around her. “[Maya Angelou] is truly embracing her femininity through this poem, [asking] 'does my sexiness upset you?' Because that is just who she is. Why are we trying to hide it, or mask it, or make it less than; to make others feel comfortable, to the detriment of ourselves? Timestamps: 00:00:44 Guest Introduction 00:03:28 Poem Reading (Natasha) 00:05:30 Author Info 00:08:35 Natasha's Relationship to the Poem 00:19:08 Pause / Poem Reading (Elizabeth) 00:34:38 Reflection & Offering Poem & Links: Still I Rise by Maya Angelou (© 1978) Still I Rise (Live Performance, Maya Angelou) Invictus by William Ernest Henley I.O.P. Lexicon: Haughtiness: (noun) full of scorn; derisive; contemptuous Where to find Natasha: @tmarie131816 | Instagram Natasha's Linkedin Where to find our host Elizabeth: @ellsonelizabeth | Twitter Where to find us: @iofferpoetry | Instagram @iofferpoetry | Twitter iofferpoetry@gmail.com Produced & Edited by John Campione: Campiaudio.com | @campiaudio campiaudio@gmail.com Music @zacharymanno | Art @sammycampioneart
William Ernest Henley, born August 23, 1849, was an influential British poet, perhaps best known for his poem “Invictus” (1875).
How many times have you ever taken a chance and gone, “well, what's the worst that could happen?” Most times, the worst never happens but for our guest, Tom, the worst, unfortunately, did happen and he was convicted of assault and drug offences and spent five years in prison. I wanted to find out what his experience was like and how did he cope when faced with such difficulty. In our conversation, Tom explains how he got into the drug scene, what happened when he got arrested and what goes on in prison behind locked doors. We also talk about the environment and Tom sets his personal challenge in line with his environmental values. Please note, this episode contains explicit language and mentions drugs and violence so may not be suitable for more sensitive ears. I loved this conversation, it was both mind-opening and heart-opening. I really hope you enjoy it too. *****Show Notes***** Prison facts from - https://www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/explainers/prisons-10-key-facts and https://insidetime.org/prison-the-facts/ Invictus by William Ernest Henley - https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/51642/invictus *****Let's continue the conversation on social media!***** Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TSLUntethered Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alison.untethered/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/AliUntethered **** Music on this episode ***** Show Me The Way by Vendredi https://soundcloud.com/vendrediduo Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/ZcAiMZtYrv8
Show Notes: Rethinking Stress with Heart and Mind Exercise: Letting in Light and Love Close your eyes and think of a moment when you experienced love. Any feeling of love works here. It can be a time when you felt another's love, or it can be the feeling of love you have for another. It can also be the feeling of love you felt when with a favorite animal, or from another time in nature. The feeling of love experienced during prayer or meditation also works. Close your eyes and repeat the exercise. This time let go of the circumstances that brought the feeling of love. Simply hold onto the feeling of love. Let it fill you and let it radiate through you. Call up the feeling of love without any associated memories. You don't need to close your eyes to call up this feeling. Call it up multiple times during the day and in various settings. Quotations I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul. William Ernest Henley, Invictus If you really want to escape the things that harass you, what you're needing is not to be in a different place but to be a different person. Seneca In the wonderland of Mind, I am as free as another with sight and hearing. Helen Keller
Hey Y'all! I'm Back. Season One was a blast! Season Two: Life In The New Renaissance examines the emergence of an Era Fused with Creativity, Science, Technology, and Humility. I have candid conversations with folks from all over the world that are making a difference in a variety of ways. In This Episode-Hindsight 2020, I take a look at Black History Month and revisit some life changing events of 2020. Featured selections of original works by Amanda Gorman, Isaiah Boozer, and William Ernest Henley are sure to uplift, inspire, and instill hope for the future.
If you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go? If you could accomplish anything you want, no holds barred, what would it be? A conclusion we can come to about accomplishing a monumental goal is that we must start moving in its direction. Any action is better than no action. For some reason, any specific action never feels perfect. We wait around for it to feel right and may end up never taking any. What's wrong with this picture?! Patrick Lutz joins #truthseekers this week for a riveting discussion on self-reflection, celebration, and taking action when it comes to DEFINING SUCCESS. When we realize we have control over our lives and our destination, the world is our oyster. I believe this is what William Ernest Henley was referring to in the famous concluding lines of his poem Invictus, “I am the master of my fate. I am the captain of my soul.” How powerful is it to realize we are our own creators… --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nick-davies7/support
In this episode, we examine one of the most popular and widely quoted poems out there. We will examine Henley's bleak outlook on life and fate, and we will examine the good and the bad of this powerful poem about mastering our fates and captaining our souls.Invictus by William Ernest HenlyOut of the night that covers me,Black as the pit from pole to pole,I thank whatever gods may beFor my unconquerable soul.In the fell clutch of circumstanceI have not winced nor cried aloud.Under the bludgeonings of chanceMy head is bloody, but unbowed.Beyond this place of wrath and tearsLooms but the Horror of the shade,And yet the menace of the yearsFinds and shall find me unafraid.It matters not how strait the gate,How charged with punishments the scroll,I am the master of my fate,I am the captain of my soul.
What is your go-to place for relaxation, peace? Is it a favorite chair, the beach or perhaps a forest? In this guided meditation, Julie Potiker takes you on a journey where you use your imagination to create your own peaceful environment. Since social distancing is still in place due to the worldwide pandemic, this meditation was recorded via Zoom for the Balanced Mind Meditation Center. The meditation ends with a poem called "Invictus", by William Ernest Henley. Get the latest by subscribing to Julie Potiker's YouTube channel and Facebook page at Mindful Methods for Life. You can learn about mindfulness at www.MindfulMethodsForLife.com and also in Julie's newly released book, "Life Falls Apart, But You Don't Have To: Mindful Methods For Staying Calm In The Midst Of Chaos", available on Amazon.com. Her podcast is "Balanced Mind with Julie Potiker", available on iTunes, iHeart and other podcast platforms.