Follow Your Muse

Summary

Jules reflects on the harmonious relationship between mindfulness and creativity, inspired by Greek mythology and the poetry of Dr. Michael Heng, and introduces a new poetic form called hataciku.

Abstract

The author, Jules, shares a personal journey of self-discovery through the integration of mindfulness and creative expression, encapsulated in the tagline "Empower Your Mind & Muse." Drawing from Greek mythology's nine muses, Jules finds parallels between the diverse aspects of the mind and the muses' domains, emphasizing the unity of seemingly disparate elements within the self. The article pays homage to Dr. Michael Heng, whose editorial guidance and poetic contributions, particularly the highlighting of a poignant line about making a difference through words and art, have deeply impacted Jules. The encounter with Dr. Heng's work, especially the innovative hataciku poem, has bridged gaps in Jules' understanding and inspired the creation of a personal hataciku in response.

Opinions

Jules identifies with the concept of the two sides of the brain representing both scientific and artistic inclinations, viewing them as complementary rather than conflicting.
The author believes that engaging with poetry is a way of empowering one's own mind and muse, suggesting that the act of creation is inherently mindful and self-empowering.
Jules expresses admiration for Dr. Michael Heng's editorial work and his impact on Jules' writing journey, acknowledging the significance of mentorship and community in creative growth.
The discovery of the hataciku poem form is seen as a revelatory experience, symbolizing the fusion of science and poetry, and has made a profound impression on Jules' creative outlook.
Jules is appreciative of the transformative power of words and art, crediting Dr. Heng with making a difference through his own creative endeavors.

jules interpretation of Poetry #4

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Empower Your Mind & Muse is the tagline I created for Miz Mindful a few years back. When I started my immersion into my blend of mindfulness, I believed my struggle as a misfit was because of the two sides of my brain. A self-proclaimed science and technology nerd blended with my artistic flair. But honestly, I have come to believe they are branches on the same tree.

The muse, in Greek mythology, is a combination of nine goddesses. They rule over comedy, tragedy, astronomy, dance, music, history, and three types of poetry: lyric, epic, and sacred. This leg of my journey, learning the language of poetry, is in essence, empowering my own mind and muse.

Today’s poem interpretation comes from Dr Michael Heng. He is a senior editor of ILLUMINATION Integrated publications on Medium. Dr. Heng published my first article on learning self-patience on ILLUMINATION. It was a joyous day in my writing journey.

He highlighted this line — “The reward is hearing that you made that difference with your words or art.”

You, dear sir, have made a difference with your words and art for me today!

Your words, your first hataciku poem shifted something in me. The third stanza of Sciku was new to me. But what a wonderful surprise. Science in Haiku. It bridged a gap for me. THANK YOU!

This is my hataciku for you.

flowery words blend goddesses of muse unite poetic language tragic comedy dancing on mindful bridges astronomy guides history sounds flute music sacred, epic, lyrical

science lies within poetic word syllables mindful muses bridged

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jules interpretation of Poetry #4

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