What Grace Means to Me

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Re: What Grace Means to Me

Post by Helena Josephy »

This poem is really heart touching, nothing is said in this poem is not making sense. Everything is clearly explained and it means a lot to some of us
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In every single line of the poem, I truly found inspiration in the thought-provoking ideas, the writer presents—two harsh realities that are intertwined yet distinct. We come to understand the authentic experiences of life through each verse. This reflects an oxymoron: we cannot be confident without self-esteem, nor can we be courageous without confronting our small fears. We cannot be resilient unless we endure life's hardships. We grasp inspiration only after experiencing restlessness during the initial stages. We derive motivation to excel in something after receiving some impetus or incentives, and we often find enjoyment in certain addictions. Ultimately, if we seek a profound quality of life, it is realized only in the depths of death; it is only in death that we may discover true fulfillment and essence. We do not love or forgive others unconditionally; our conditions are often grounded in logic. If we are war-mongers, how can we achieve inner peace? When compelled to fight for our survival and remain determined and self-reliant, we may feel obligated to negate others offensively.

In short, before reaching the ultimate essence, which is the spiritual embodiment, we must navigate our personal challenges successfully. When we confront the ultimate reality of life, the true essence of existence reveals that there is no more life. These lines remind me of Shakespeare's soliloquy "To be or not to be" from Hamlet, which I would love to share here:

"But that the dread of something after death, The undiscovered country from whose bourn No traveler returns, puzzles the will And makes us rather bear those ills we have Than fly to others that we know not of?"
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Post by Shazia Yousuf »

Though this piece of work does not have a true style of a poem, but the idea of being an IDEAL person is completely and fully described. Well done Scot Hughes!
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Post by Sufiya Siddiqui »

Really good book and I love it
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Post by MOSES OTIENO 12 »

Good comparison between the ego and true self.Well articulated.
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Post by Jayshri Chenava »

This poem is very important to everyone life because right now people are face to lots of enxity and depression about future and career so this poem helpful and motivated.
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Post by Lovenda ONUOHA »

This is an interesting read. I could easily relate with every word. I feel like this was meant for me. It has a lot of icing teaching about self awareness, choosing oneself, improvement. Almost every human would resonate. I recommend this to people looking to get inspiration.
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Post by Swarn Surbhi »

One can relate this poem to personal life
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Post by Lovelace Lokko 1 »

This poem is simple yet powerful. I love it ..
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Post by Loventa Otieno »

These are words I needed to hear at this stage in my life. Simple yet profound, I like it.
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Post by Lereazoh Ntongamuah »

This is truly something to meditate on.

Viewing life from this perspective will help one attain grace and genuine inner peace.
Thank you for these lovely words:) I love it
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Post by Carolyne Were 1 »

Very educative and motivational poem,we all need to work on ourselves for God's grace to be sufficient to each and everyone.
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Post by fathima sidhike »

What Grace Means to Me by Scott Hughes is a thoughtful and inspiring poem about balance and inner strength. Each line contrasts powerful ideas confidence without arrogance, love without control, peace without passivity guiding the reader toward a more mindful, grounded life. The tone is honest and encouraging, like wisdom from someone who’s been through both struggle and growth. It’s a calming, motivational read that gently reminds us to live with purpose and heart.
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Post by Oratile Boitumelo »

To live life in the moment .....giving it your all...without being hard on yourself ...mental ...physical and social....wow ...a master piece
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Post by Mira Sulaiman »

This was really beautiful and I really enjoyed reading it! its really creative and makes one think about life after reading it, thanks for sharing this with us!
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