T.F. Hodge Quotes & Sayings

Hating skin color is contempt for God's divine creative imagination. Honoring it is appreciation for conscious, beautiful-love-inspired diversity. — T.F. Hodge

Some blind faithfully; some see. — T.F. Hodge

On stuck status? Don't crush the groove, bust a move. — T.F. Hodge

A woman, who considers herself to be mature, has every right to insist certain respectful expectations be met by a man, but not if her behavior is consistently childish, selfish, foolish or disrespectful. Man and woman should strive to bring values to the table that are worthy of mutual honor. Mature men won't tolerate nonsense, but baby-boys will. — T.F. Hodge

In an honest effort to gain understanding, asking questions do not, necessarily, imply a conclusion has been determined. They can be used to avoid making the wrong judgement. If building trust is the ultimate goal - there is no need to be defensive, or feel threatened by any inquiry. — T.F. Hodge

No doubt it's all love, but liking your get-down is another question. — T.F. Hodge

Sometimes, rather than just think about it, we need to feel about it. The intellect is limited or finite, while intuition connects to a sea of unlimited consciousness that expands far beyond time and space (as we know it). — T.F. Hodge

When hip-hop was born she had no commercial home, and was an invention of beautiful creativity. Born from a beautiful struggle, today she is mostly a 'ratchet' bitch spitting nonsense from her pimp's mansion. — T.F. Hodge

The seer does not see, by choice, what the blind can see by default ... from within. — T.F. Hodge

Sustained negative flashbacks can stir a heart attack. — T.F. Hodge

Tough love may be tough to give, but it is a necessity of life and assurance of positive growth. — T.F. Hodge

The sky is not my limit...I am. — T.F. Hodge

Freedom comes to those who don't apply for it. — T.F. Hodge

Rise up to wise up. — T.F. Hodge

First organizing it on paper isn't just academic, it's an applied prerequisite for manifestation. — T.F. Hodge

Have concern about where you're from, where you live, and where you may travel. The village is global. — T.F. Hodge

In silence you shall face self ... and have respect. — T.F. Hodge

Don't rush to fellowship at the church, temple or mosque if you don't do so at the house - first. "Charity begins at home". — T.F. Hodge

A personal revolution is the consequence of confronting self - as is. — T.F. Hodge

Each moment of worry, anxiety or stress represents lack of faith in miracles, for they never cease. — T.F. Hodge

Some lean back. But those who lean forward are poised to cross the finish-line, first! — T.F. Hodge

During moments of strife and 'dis-ease', check your flow and redirect your focus to that which is naturally good. — T.F. Hodge

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

CAPITALISM: If everything worked without need of repair, upgrade or replacement, then peaceful minds and prosperity would prevail among the masses rather than just the few who control markets. — T.F. Hodge

When you imagine it, feel it, then write it - creation is inevitable. — T.F. Hodge

Not Eve:
Under any condition, in any situation, a mature woman does not need to be checked by her man. She is not childish, but fully capable of [a] self check if she respects the wisdom given to her by The Most High; her name ain't Eve. — T.F. Hodge

I belong to the divine source from which I originated. — T.F. Hodge

If I must choose, I'd rather be tuned in than 'turnt up'. — T.F. Hodge

My plate is full; I dig that. And I can't be everywhere all the time, but my mind, heart and spirit has no bounds. — T.F. Hodge

Supernatural simplicity viewed and perceived with complexity, naturally; many suffer from an outside-in misunderstanding. — T.F. Hodge

Perception of one's life journey does not, always or necessarily, have to be judged as good or bad. It certainly demands that one take responsibility for all aspects of it, however. — T.F. Hodge

Only nurture a broken heart that recognizes it, and is willing to put in the work of minding. — T.F. Hodge

Institutionalized:
Ghetto stars pimped so hard for so long
they'll starve to pimp themselves behind psychic bars. — T.F. Hodge

Perception can be one-sided or variant: "Glass half empty or half full." There usually is more than one way of perceiving. Thoroughly check your inner dialogue. — T.F. Hodge

It is intent which establishes one's consequential outcomes. — T.F. Hodge

What surrounds us is what is within us. — T.F. Hodge

It's all talk til it's all real walk. — T.F. Hodge

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

A human who learns, and practices the art of love as does divinity, is no longer human. — T.F. Hodge

Fear is the lack of faith in one's ability to create powerful solutions. — T.F. Hodge

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

Ego got you thinkin' you're workin' somebody to your advantage; you're just playin' yourself. — T.F. Hodge

What is different is not necessarily dangerous, and what is similar is not always secure. — T.F. Hodge

The artist speaks with inspiring tools of creativity. Thinkers challenge with the weapons of choice. These two forces are necessary to move souls beyond limitation. — T.F. Hodge

Haters' don't hate you, they hate self and project the energy outward because there is no courage to confront internal fears. Therefore, ignore hate or else it becomes you, also. — T.F. Hodge

First sons and daughters seduced to play and party 'til it was too late to realize they were being lead to the slaughter. They discounted the law of moderation. — T.F. Hodge

Not every instance requires a response. Truth resides silently in the seat of power. — T.F. Hodge

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

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'. — T.F. Hodge

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

It's not enough, and so limiting, to teach the simplistic value of a designer's material wear. Give children the gift of values that will last far beyond [a] fad's temporal popularity. — T.F. Hodge

The Spirit, and your soul are not the same things. The Spirit is God - the source. Your soul is God's imagination. — T.F. Hodge

Apply expectations appropriately. Do not assume [all] adults are as grown up and mature as they should be, or appear to be. — T.F. Hodge

Be better than yesterday. — T.F. Hodge

The ego taunts truth with sarcasm. — T.F. Hodge

Scorned and torn, former love mates aim and shoot childish devastating daggers that penetrate beyond target to pierce the heart of their offspring. — T.F. Hodge

When individuals and communities do not govern self, they risk being ruled by external forces that care less about the well-being of the village. — T.F. Hodge

To conquer frustration, one must remain intensely focused on the outcome, not the obstacles. — T.F. Hodge

Intense, sustained focus fuels manifestation. — T.F. Hodge

Drama don't arrive by surprise; it is summoned, undisguised. — T.F. Hodge

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

What are you prepared to give for your dream? If it is not everything ... stop pipe dreaming. — T.F. Hodge

What you do teaches faster, and has a lasting impression, far beyond what you say. — T.F. Hodge

The energy you bring, positive or negative, dictates your perceptions, receptions and radiations. — T.F. Hodge

Love making is much more than physical expression, it is a soulful dance of sensual wonder and euphoric amazement. — T.F. Hodge

Consider intentions carefully. Karma gives a damn about ego, awards allegiance to none, and its justice is truly blind. — T.F. Hodge

Selfish Dreamscapes
If you have a dream, as you should, relish in being selfish about building every passionate aspect of it. The crowd of spectators and consumers will still be exactly where you left them ... gossiping about everybody else's dream but their own. — T.F. Hodge

While fear depletes power, faith gives wings for the soul's elevation. — T.F. Hodge

Humanity has determined it is supreme in the kingdom of animals, yet [the] beasts live a less tragic existence ... and many of their tragedies are a consequence of so-called human brilliance. — T.F. Hodge

In the game of life, we all receive a set of variables and limitations in the field of play. We can either focus on the lack thereof or empower ourselves to create better realities with the pieces we play the game with. — T.F. Hodge

Subject to the law(s) of nature, hate is born to die — T.F. Hodge

Don't wish ... DO! Don't try ... BE! Don't think ... KNOW! And above all: Bless a stranger with a small, yet powerful, random act of kindness. You feel me? — T.F. Hodge

You do not get what you wish for, unless it be known to the source of your desire. — T.F. Hodge

We are not wise; we are wise to seek divine wisdom. — T.F. Hodge

Improving the human condition takes little effort; destroying it takes maximum force. — T.F. Hodge

A show of power is not the same as silent power. — T.F. Hodge

The beauty of inspiration is its unpredictable timing. — T.F. Hodge

Sometimes a loved one might not 'spit' the message in the most tender or poetic fashion that suits you, but don't allow a rugged style to blind you from a loving intent. It's the spirit of the message one must receive beyond [the] perception of one's senses; be mindful of hearing with the heart. — T.F. Hodge

A flirtatious soul misses the point of intimate trust relations. — T.F. Hodge

Never let haters 'still' your flow. They can only do so with your permission. — T.F. Hodge

If one abuses or neglects internal powers, external forces will act accordingly. — T.F. Hodge

Life, for the living, is a gift of opportunity; an exercise of the will to choose. — T.F. Hodge

Mix a little time with some space, and suddenly good things fall right into place. No worries, don't doubt it - just build! — T.F. Hodge

Fully inhale your dream and completely exhale manifestation of it. — T.F. Hodge

What we possess owns us, and we absolutely own nothing. — T.F. Hodge

If lies comfort, and truth disturbs - self is being agitated as a result of prideful living. — T.F. Hodge

Love is never blind; it sees with ucute clarity. A closed mind, wounded heart, and a bitter disposition surely cannot perceive love's myriad ways of communicating. — T.F. Hodge

Careful not to blur the lines between what belongs to characters, and what does not belong to you. Even 'reality tv' is scripted. Don't get it twisted. ~T.F. Hodge — T.F. Hodge

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

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

Death follows stagnation — T.F. Hodge

Do not only think about it, but feel about it, also, before taking appropriate action. — T.F. Hodge

Promoting what you don't like, invites more of it to your doorstep. Beat the right drum. ~T.F. Hodge — T.F. Hodge

Avoid having to pump your brakes by keeping your flow on cruise control. — T.F. Hodge

One who rules is ruled. — T.F. Hodge

Bravado may stir the crowd, but courage needs no audience. — T.F. Hodge

Success honors the giver, and the taker is cheated by demise. — T.F. Hodge

From the cradle to the grave, joy and pain is the fertilizer for wisdom. — T.F. Hodge

Speak blessings, and write wishes. ~T.F. Hodge — T.F. Hodge

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