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The website content reflects on the importance of letting go of the past and embracing change, inspired by the writings of Benjamin P. Hardy.

Abstract

The article titled "Your life is talking to you" emphasizes the need to listen to the signals life sends and to break free from repetitive, unproductive internal dialogues. It encourages readers to stop dwelling on the past and to recognize that holding onto past experiences, whether good or bad, can prevent personal growth. The text suggests that individuals often know what they want and what actions to take but struggle with releasing what holds them back. The piece is a tribute to author Benjamin P. Hardy, whose influence is acknowledged for inspiring change and encouraging people to pursue their dreams. The article also includes a call to action for readers to join Medium and support writers, as well as a mention of another related article by Hardy.

Opinions

  • The author believes that self-reflection and internal conversations are key to understanding one's life direction.
  • There is an emphasis on the idea that to move forward, one must let go of past experiences and thoughts that hinder progress.
  • The article conveys gratitude towards Benjamin P. Hardy, suggesting that his work has significantly impacted the author and can potentially benefit others.
  • The inclusion of a referral link to join Medium indicates the author's support for the platform and the value they place on compensating writers for their work.
  • The experimental nature of the poem, composed entirely from Hardy's words, showcases the author's admiration for Hardy's writing style and message.

Your life is talking to you

Photo © Lukas Helland

Your life is talking

to you.

It’s been talking to you

for a long time.

You’ve seen the signals.

You’ve had the conversations

over and over

in your head.

The things running through your head

are the same things

that were running

through your head yesterday.

The conversations you’re having

with yourself

are the same conversations

you’ve been having with yourself.

You hold-on

to what you have

You must stop

living in your past!

You know what you want.

You know what to do.

Let it go.

Let it be what it was — the good and the bad.

“Make Your Dream Be Your Future​”

A warm tribute to Benjamin P. Hardy!

This is an experiment.

The poem is exclusively composed with words from Ben’s article To Have What You Want, You Must Give-Up What’s Holding You Back.

I want to thank Ben P. Hardy for his inspiring stories here on Medium. I read all of them, and I learn a lot. Thank you, Ben!

Want to read more? Go here: I stopped drinking

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