1
Life: It is better not to wrap philosophy around such an inconceivable evolving beautiful mystery. If based on perception, alone; whatever the conclusion - it is still guessing.T.F. Hodge
2
Don’t spoil me with your lies, love me with your truth.T.F. Hodge
3
The ego lusts for satisfaction. It has a prideful ferocious appetite for its version of "truth". It is the most challenging aspect to conquer; the cause for most spiritual turmoil.T.F. Hodge
4
There are two paths of which one may choose in the walk of life; one we are born with, and the one we consciously blaze. One is naturally true, while the other is a perceptive illusion. Choose wisely at each fork in the road.T.F. Hodge
5
Not every instance requires a response. Truth resides silently in the seat of power.T.F. Hodge
6
Deep within, there is something profoundly known, not consciously, but subconsciously. A quiet truth, that is not a version of something, but an original knowing. What this, absolute, truth [identity] is may be none of our business…but it is there, guiding us along the path of greater becoming; a true awareness. It is so self-sustaining that our recognition of it is not required. We are offspring’s of such a powerfully divine force — Creator of all things known and unknown.T.F. Hodge
7
Claiming to love self, but willingly default to cheating at the first sign of trouble is nothing short of playing yourself. Your ego may feel avenged - temporarily - but your heart and soul, the true self, will suffer the long term affects of karma's justifiable sting.T.F. Hodge
8
Hating skin color is contempt for God's divine creative imagination. Honoring it is appreciation for conscious, beautiful-love-inspired diversity.T.F. Hodge
9
There is but one supremacy... and it remains known and unknown to it's human creation... of many hues, shapes and sizes.T.F. Hodge
10
Let discernment be your trustee, and mistakes your teacher.T.F. Hodge
11
From the cradle to the grave, joy and pain is the fertilizer for wisdom.T.F. Hodge
12
The critical nature of 'choices' -- [the] timing will prove to be an asset or liability; it will reward wisdom or expose stupidity. Either way, we learn from the path of suffering or satisfaction… by choice and by design.T.F. Hodge
13
The critical nature of 'choices' -- [the] timing will prove to be an asset or liability; it will reward wisdom or expose stupidity. Either way, we learn from the path of suffering or satisfaction… by choice or by design.T.F. Hodge
14
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.T.F. Hodge
15
The positive vibrations of unregulated joy, peace, happiness and tranquility is freedom.T.F. Hodge
16
You do not get what you wish for, unless it be known to the source of your desire.T.F. Hodge
17
A King and Queen cannot support a crown with eyes looking down. Their universe expands as far as you can see.T.F. Hodge
18
To conquer frustration, one must remain intensely focused on the outcome, not the obstacles.T.F. Hodge
19
Head up, heart open. To better days!T.F. Hodge
20
The sky is not my limit... I am.T.F. Hodge
21
Love spiritually, not strategically.T.F. Hodge
22
Tough love may be tough to give, but it is a necessity of life and assurance of positive growth.T.F. Hodge
23
Some lean back. But those who lean forward are poised to cross the finish-line, first!T.F. Hodge
24
Manipulation, fueled with good intent, can be a blessing. But when used wickedly, it is the beginning of a magician's karmic calamity.T.F. Hodge
25
Betrayal and dishonor is usually an inside job. Keep it 'sucka-free', loved one!T.F. Hodge
26
The path of peace is not a passive journey. It takes incredible strength not to open a can of 'whoop-ass', justifiably, when ones button is pushed.T.F. Hodge
27
You cannot build a dream on a foundation of sand. To weather the test of storms, it must be cemented in the heart with uncompromising conviction.T.F. Hodge
28
Each moment of worry, anxiety or stress represents lack of faith in miracles, for they never cease.T.F. Hodge
29
Elevate your inside game. A negative attitude is below the horizon...a place for lonesome hearts.T.F. Hodge
30
Life is short only if you are not living your purpose.T.F. Hodge
31
Success is not determined by the outcome. The outcome is the result of having already decided that you are successful to begin with.T.F. Hodge
32
The energy it took to exit mother’s womb is the same force required to manifest a dream...a different kind of struggle. Push, push, push!T.F. Hodge
33
If the thought inspires you, and it feels good and right...it is yours, alone, to exercise. So get right on it!T.F. Hodge
34
While fear depletes power, faith gives wings for the soul’s elevation.T.F. Hodge
35
Don't wish... D O! Don't try... B E! Don't think... K N O W! And above all: Bless a stranger with a small, yet powerful, random act of kindness. You feel me?T.F. Hodge
36
Never let haters 'still' your flow. They can only do so with your permission.T.F. Hodge
37
The first law of nature is self-preservation. Cut off that which may harm you. But if it is worth preserving, and is meaningful, nourish it and have no regrets. Ultimately, this is true living and love of self...from within.T.F. Hodge
38
One who will not accept solitude, stillness and quiet recurring moments...is caught up in the wilderness of addictions; far removed from an original state of being and awareness. This is 'dis-ease.T.F. Hodge
39
Fully inhale your dream and completely exhale manifestation of it.T.F. Hodge
40
What are you prepared to give for your dream? If it is not everything...stop pipe dreaming.T.F. Hodge
41
Your life experience is a moving picture, of which you are writer, director, performer, producer and critic.T.F. Hodge
42
What you are, and who you are should provide greater clarity about where you have been and where you are headed. Although one distinguishes spiritual from physical nature, the ultimate unification of the two is the consequence of the struggle for internal, external and eternal — peace.T.F. Hodge
43
What you do teaches faster, and has a lasting impression, far beyond what you say.T.F. Hodge
44
When spontaneous demoralizing thoughts seep into your conscience, don't trip...allowing them to fester. These are random tests of your conviction and determination. Large or small, your reaction to such intrusions is a defining moment for which no one else, but you, can mitigate.T.F. Hodge
45
Making a dream into reality begins with what you have, not with what you are waiting on.T.F. Hodge
46
If you have a dream, keep it. But write it down and take appropriate actions to see it manifest.T.F. Hodge
47
It is common to represent a title, but inspiring to represent a purpose.T.F. Hodge
48
Today is not just another ordinary day. It is an opportunity to do, or say, something that just might inspire someone to greater becoming...especially a wayward youth.T.F. Hodge
49
Having beef with someone is unnecessary and avoidable. Whatever the issue, if not positive, it is an opportunity to cut the excess fat from an unhealthy dietary network. Simply excuse yourself from the table of negativity and lean forward in peace.T.F. Hodge
50
Both friend and enemy reside within us. One lives by the rule of compassion, the other by the rule of hard knocks. Though potential influence of either extreme is inevitable, our actions bear witness to the one we embrace.T.F. Hodge