“--> This is thy hour O Soul, thy free flight into the wordless, Away from books, away from art, the day erased, the lesson done, Thee fully forth emerging, silent, gazing, pondering the themes thou lovest best, Night, sleep, death and the stars. — Walt Whitman, “A Clear Midnight,” Leaves of Grass. Originally published: July 4, 1855.”
Walt Whitman's 'Leaves of Grass' is a landmark work in American literature, featuring free verse and celebrating the beauty of nature and the human spirit. The collection encompasses a wide range of subjects, from the mundane to the profound, reflecting Whitman's belief in the inherent worth of every individual. more
American poet, considered one of the pioneers of American poetry. His work, 'Leaves of Grass,' has had a profound impact on American poetry. more
“Obstacles are presented to us as an opportunity for growth.”
“Greet today with a smile, and a bigger smile yet tomorrow.”
“Neither good periods of life nor bad periods of life are bound to last forever.”
“Achieving a solid mental state enables us to better cater to our physical needs (and vise versa).”
“The more we practice mindfulness, the more power we pull away from the enemy within us.”
“Know that we will never be fully in control of the flow of time, and know that this reality is OK.”
“If we are unable to drive forward toward a vision of the future, our present day loses meaning.”