T.F. Hodge, From Within I Rise: Spiritual Triumph Over Death And Conscious Encounters With "The Divine Presence" Quotes

It's all talk til it's all real walk.

Self Hate: The deadliest 'dis-ease' experienced by wounded souls.

Perception of one's life journey does not, always or necessarily, have to be judged as good or bad. It certainly demands that one take responsibility for all aspects of it, however.

When life throws you a curve ball, have a good eye.

A dream conceived from the inside-out eventually becomes reality. But a dream desired from the outside-in is subject to spoil and tragedy.

The beauty of inspiration is its unpredictable timing.

Do not trust a teacher that is unwilling to learn.

Where there are two on point of independently distinguished purposes, you will find one infinite journey whose path is blazed with the guiding light of wisdom.

You don't have to be a big name to do big things. Shine does not require recognition.

The most challenging aspect of living is staying in your lane.

Institutionalized:Ghetto stars pimped so hard for so long -- they'll starve to pimp themselves behind psychic bars.

A culture of vultures steeped and born of violence shall choke on the blood of its offspring.

A leader learned to follow, and serves the followers who are learning to lead. ~T.F. Hodge

Though sometimes conflicted and seemingly restricted - grace be [the] wings of clarity.

Nothing we do makes us real. That which is real makes us do.

First sons and daughters seduced to play and party 'til it was too late to realize they were being lead to the slaughter. They discounted the law of moderation.

Consider intentions carefully. Karma gives a damn about ego, awards allegiance to none, and its justice is truly blind.

Speak blessings, and write wishes. ~T.F. Hodge

That sassy low classy, but dress real cheap-fly-n-fancy, with a chip on her shoulder -- she's just a bitterly wounded dove, wanting to be sieged by love.

Lies make for pathetic allies.

If there is no love for others, love of country is just a slogan.

Sustained negative flashbacks can stir a heart attack.

After a bad trip, don't carry your luggage on board the next flight. Stay grounded til you figure out a new way to travel.

You'll never cross an emotional bridge, if you keep rushing back to the other side.

There is peace where mind and heart agree.

Apply expectations appropriately. Do not assume [all] adults are as grown up and mature as they should be, or appear to be.

Love spiritually, not strategically.

Avoid having to pump your brakes by keeping your flow on cruise control.

Given the opportunity of 'Earth-School' enrollment - some are humble enough to learn and grow, stubborn enough to fail and repeat, and wise enough to graduate and never return.

Every day, strive to refine your contagious shine, and shake the nonsense offered by those who lack the will to polish-up from within.

Once there is realization of self challenge, ego versus soul, competition with others becomes futile.

Souls’ may be subjugated and regulated – for a time – but never terminated. They live!

True to the GAME (Giving, Affirming, Manifesting, Evolving).

Better to be a diamond in the rough, than a polished fake in denial.

If you cannot find peace where you stand you shall not find it where you land.

Follow your heart, not the latest headlines.

To conquer frustration, one must remain intensely focused on the outcome, not the obstacles.

Head up, heart open. To better days!

The sky is not my limit...I am.

Between you and you, let there be no secrets. ~T.F. Hodge

Tough love may be tough to give, but it is a necessity of life and assurance of positive growth.

Some lean back. But those who lean forward are poised to cross the finish-line, first!

Manipulation, fueled with good intent, can be a blessing. But when used wickedly, it is the beginning of a magician's karmic calamity.

You carry the message you've been seeking, but realization of it is found in healthy retrospection, not among the wilderness of chaotic noise.

The best is always worth waiting for. And once you taste it, no other taste will do.

The seer does not see, by choice, what the blind can see by default... from within.

Mix a little time with some space, and suddenly good things fall right into place. No worries, don't doubt it - just build!

Don't restrain yourself to mundaneness. You're subject to consciousness that makes you more than animalistic.

If the choices you make are not quality, don't put them on the top shelf.

When you're way too real, fake people be like: "You're a trip. I want somebody with real game (lies).