T.F. Hodge

Huge difference between being happy at will, and chasing euphoric moments as an escape. One doesn't cost a dime, the other will tax your soul.

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

If you have no competition there's no need to debate.

The best remedy for people who have become your headache is to take a 'chill pill' from your willingness to endure their misery.

Real loved one's aren't afraid, and will suggest to you, what's in your best interest... because they wouldn't want too see you suffer the consequences of your, sideways, emotional impulse(s). To see you crash and burn is the gratification of [the] 'yes folk' lurking in your corner. You may not agree, but always consider the voice(s) that have consistently kept it real.

If we are meant to be gifts to one another, living in the past negates the present we need to be.

If our sense of self, our values and our ideals, do not originate from within - but are instead largely influenced, shaped or fashioned by celebrated characters - we fall under the spells of idol worship without realizing we have 'souled out'.

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

Circumstance points to deeper meaning.

Live what you be, not what you see.

Rumors run wild when one sacrifices for self and temporarily forsakes those who assume entitlement to one's persona.

A personal revolution is the consequence of confronting self - as is.

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

Pride can be friend, ego can be foe...depending on which one we choose, or not, to conquer.

A man who rightly governs self, may also govern family without the crippling cowardice, crutch of control.

In silence you shall face self...and have respect.

The solution to self-pity is found in the labor of selfless giving to others.

When 'Dirty Mack' salts your flow, get beyond feelings of hurt, anger, bitterness, and especially vengeance. Be glad, and take refuge in knowing light has been cast on the shadow of hatred, envy or jealousy that has mocked your shine. And press forward with your purpose - allowing time and space to clear the way for karmic justice on your behalf.