Oke’s Musings: Poetry, People and Places

Tag: courage

  • Quote: Courage

    Everything you’ve ever wanted is sitting on the other side of fear — George Addair

  • Quote on Courage

    I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear. Nelson MandelaAt a time colonial forces and indigenous South Africans fought over land rights and freedoms, a courageous man spoke up for his…

  • Courage

    The breadth of earth lay wet But the sun rise from the east, From vague sights and mists The dark jungles, hot and serene Yet lions stride through the green Fearing neither man or faun A shriek up the skies… Eagles soar high; many miles Hopes high, they seeth thru’ times The wind surfs wild…

  • Determination

    Never underestimate the power you have to take your life in a new direction – Germany Kent. Every mountain becomes a plain when you are determined. Determination is a tonic that keeps achievers and champions moving forward; it’s a key element in overcoming temporary setbacks and reaching ultimate success. No matter how life or the…

  • Self Reflection 16: Look beyond

    Look beyond the mirror called self.

  • Self Reflection 14: Courage

    Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage. –Lao Tzu

  • Courage

    for UE 1.6.2015 The breadth of the Earth lay wet But the Sun rises from the East From vague sights and the mist The dark jungles, cool and serene But the Lions stride through the green Fearing neither man or faun A shriek of strength is heard up the skies The Eagle soars high up,…