Lifesfinewhine

The Life & Ramblings Of A Zillennial

Inspiration For The Day

Inspiration For The Day:

P. J. Gudka Quote, All The Words I Kept Inside | Inspiration For The Day

What’s Up With Pooj?

Generally, I share a quote by someone that I find inspiring. This week, I decided to share one of my favourite poems to write for my book, All The Words I Kept Inside. Mostly because I’m a giant narcissist that loves the attention (I’m kidding… partially) and slightly because this was my editors favourite poem from the book. It really resonated with her and hope it will resonate with you as well.

We all have scars and wounds from our past, we all have trauma. But our scars are often not just a reminder of what we have been through but rather of how incredibly resilient we are. How we look at things matters and I think choosing to look at our scars in this way is more beneficial than feeling sorry for ourselves all our lives.

This week’s song is one that I listened to a lot when I was growing up. Yes, I went through an emo phase, okay? Anyway, as soon as I saw this poem, the song just started playing in my head and I thought perfect!

If you like, you can purchase All The Words I Kept Inside by clicking here.

What I’m Listening To This Week:

What are your thoughts on this “Inspiration For The Day” post? What are you listening to this week? How was last week for you? Any fun plans for this week? Let me know in the comments because I would absolutely love to hear from you. Or simply stop by and say hi!

For more quotes click here.

If you enjoyed this post don’t forget to like, follow, share and comment!

Enjoyed this post? Then follow me on social media:

YouTube Twitter Instagram Pinterest LinkedIn

Email me on(guest posts welcome!): insomniacwithanaccent@gmail.com

Lifesfinewhine Services

Share This Post On:

Posted by:

P. J. Gudka

80 responses to “Inspiration For The Day”

  1. philsblog01 Avatar
    philsblog01

    Very powerful poem in just four lines!

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
      1. philsblog01 Avatar
        philsblog01

        My pleasure for sure! A beautiful message and perfect style! Alot to learn here Pooja!

        Reply
  2. Carol anne Avatar
    Carol anne

    A wonderful poem Pooj! And I love that song, too! I resonate with it deeply! X

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you and great to hear that!

      Reply
  3. kiki | soyvirgo.com Avatar
    kiki | soyvirgo.com

    omg that was my song in high school!!! ahh the memories make me teary lol!!

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Same, I used to listen to it all the time in HS!

      Reply
  4. thomasstigwikman Avatar
    thomasstigwikman

    This poem certainly resonates with me. It is powerful and beautiful. But there are so many poems in your book that are powerful and beautiful. As you know I loved your book.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much, I’m so glad you thought that.

      Reply
  5. Belladonna Avatar
    Belladonna

    Thats a great quote, got me to thinking!

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks and glad to hear that!

      Reply
  6. J M Negi Avatar
    J M Negi

    Inspiration indeed, thanks.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much.

      Reply
  7. byngnigel Avatar
    byngnigel

    I loved this poem too.. many times we do need to change our perspective on things. It’s so much healthy to have a positive mindset in all situations. This week I’ve been listening to Teddy Swim’s Lose Control. It’s been stuck in my head for some reason. 🙏

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Absolutely agree, when we change our mindset we change our lives. It’s okay to feel negative emotions but we can’t let them consume us. Interesting, I haven’t heard that song before.

      Reply
  8. Jaye Marie and Anita Dawes Avatar
    Jaye Marie and Anita Dawes

    what a lovely thought for the day!

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much!

      Reply
  9. Poorwa Avatar
    Poorwa

    Love this!!

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you!

      Reply
  10. Bookstooge Avatar
    Bookstooge

    I think almost all teenagers go through some sort of emo-phase. With all those new hormones blasting through them, it’s almost impossible that they don’t 😀

    And I fully concur. How you view things shows whether you’ve moved on and are healing or are still stuck in the past. Sadly, too many people choose to never let their misery heal so they can have an “excuse” for whatever 🙁

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      True, it’s the mix of hormones and the school environment. It gets so crazy.

      Absolutely, it’s okay to feel negative emotions but you can’t let them consume you because then you’ll be stuck in a victim mindset.

      Reply
  11. Opher Avatar
    Opher

    Nice one Pooj!! Wear the scars with pride!

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks and yes absolutely!

      Reply
  12. Sadje Avatar
    Sadje

    This is a beautiful poem Pooja. The positive side of having a scar. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much 😊

      Reply
      1. Sadje Avatar
        Sadje

        My pleasure 😍

        Reply
  13. Leigh Anne Avatar
    Leigh Anne

    I love the idea of seeing scars as reminders of our ability to heal.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much, I like to think of them that way too.

      Reply
  14. Eugi Avatar
    Eugi

    I love this poem too, Pooja, because it shows a positive perspective. Btw, my review of your book is live on Amazon. 💗

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much. Yes, I saw your lovely review and am genuinely so thankful that you shared it 😊💕

      Reply
      1. Eugi Avatar
        Eugi

        My pleasure, Pooja!

        Reply
  15. festo_sanjo Avatar
    festo_sanjo

    I guess scars are what makes us beautiful…. coz everything we go thru creates a more better version of ourselves.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Absolutely, it’s how we grow and become better.

      Reply
  16. Destiny Avatar
    Destiny

    most inspiring, Pooja…🤍🌷

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much 😊

      Reply
      1. Destiny Avatar
        Destiny

        so welcome 🤍

        Reply
  17. writinstuff Avatar
    writinstuff

    I love that!! The scars remind us that we’ve grown and that’s always wonderful! I’m listening to Saviors by Green Day! Have a good week!

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you! Ooh I absolutely love Green Day. Have a great week too!

      Reply
  18. utahan15 Avatar
    utahan15

    yup

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      🤷🏻‍♀️

      Reply
  19. Mary K. Doyle Avatar
    Mary K. Doyle

    We all have struggles. Ride the waves.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Exactly, I think that’s the healthiest way to look at it.

      Reply
  20. clcouch123 Avatar
    clcouch123

    It’s a good work and good work. Unfortunately, I have scars abounding, though they are reminders (when I’m reminded) that they represent healing.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you. Sorry to hear that but yes you’ve come a long way and even if they haven’t fully healed you’ll get there eventually.

      Reply
  21. Michele Lee Avatar
    Michele Lee

    Thoughtful reflections, Pooja. Easy to understand why the quote you shared is one of your editor’s favorites. ✨

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you so much ☺️

      Reply
  22. LoveLifeHappiness&More💙💙 Avatar
    LoveLifeHappiness&More💙💙

    Love this! ❤️

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you! ❤️

      Reply
      1. LoveLifeHappiness&More💙💙 Avatar
        LoveLifeHappiness&More💙💙

        Sure thing. 💞

        Reply
  23. Pramod M Avatar
    Pramod M

    Thoughtful 👍

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks 🙏

      Reply
  24. Bianca Alina Avatar
    Bianca Alina

    A powerful and beautifully written poem, Pooja! ♥️🌸

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you, I’m so glad you enjoyed it 💕

      Reply
      1. Bianca Alina Avatar
        Bianca Alina

        It’s my pleasure, Pooja! 💕🌷

        Reply
  25. Darryl B Avatar
    Darryl B

    Pooja, beautiful poem. I can see why it was a fav of your editor 😎

    What am I listening to… hmm… there’s a miniseries I just finished, “The crowded room.”
    Very well done, a bit heavy in places, but at a pivotal moment they play “Let it Be” by the Beatles. Beautiful sentiment and a transcendent arrangement. Too bad they broke up after this, who knows what else the could have come up with…

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you so much 😊

      That sounds like an interesting miniseries. I’ll check it out. And absolutely love that song, one of my favourites by The Beatles.

      Reply
  26. Milena Alien Avatar
    Milena Alien

    The scars are something unique to a person. We all have them. I have scars on my hands from nitrogen wort removal. Something to remind me of my teen years.
    This week I have a few things going on: concert tomorrow and art class on the weekend. I’m excited about these two.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Yes, very much so. Oh nice, sounds like you’ll have a fun week.

      Reply
      1. Milena Alien Avatar
        Milena Alien

        Fingers crossed

        Reply
  27. Marcus Turner Avatar
    Marcus Turner

    Lovely poem, and a banger track! One of my faves – I was picturing the clip while reading it before I saw the video embed 😅

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you! Haha I guess we both thought of the same song 😅

      Reply
  28. ianscyberspace Avatar
    ianscyberspace

    Wounds may heal but the scars always remain.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Yes, that’s very true.

      Reply
  29. Joseph Glidden Avatar
    Joseph Glidden

    A powerful and poignant poem.

    I spent the day getting the AC fixed on my car again. I am hoping it will last through our next week of heat wave (mid 30s C).

    We have an airshow in town this weekend. I have friends that are attending who are coming to stay with me. I have to set aside my hermit ways for a couple days, so a bit of mixed feelings about that, lol.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks so much.

      Wow, that is really hot weather. Hope the AC works well now.

      Haha as an introvert I understand but I’m sure you’ll end up having a fun time.

      Reply
  30. DEVANG UPADHYAYA Avatar
    DEVANG UPADHYAYA

    Loved the quote!

    It’s a funny coincidence that my favorite blogger have same quote in her book.

    Who is copying who

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you so much! Haha we may be copying one another 😅

      Reply
      1. DEVANG UPADHYAYA Avatar
        DEVANG UPADHYAYA

        I don’t know!!

        it can get legal if you keep doing it.

        The book seems like a fire.

        I wish it was thicker.

        Like 200 pages

        Reply
        1. Pooja G Avatar
          Pooja G

          My next one will be longer, more than 20 pages 😊

          Reply
  31. 3 Tips For Writing Every Day – Lifesfinewhine

    […] most writers try to write every day. But how do you write when you’re burnt out or need some more inspiration? Check out these three tips for writing every day without sacrificing your mental […]

    Reply
  32. Gertrude_n Avatar
    Gertrude_n

    Great poem.
    I like that it turned what many people view as shame to something they can be proud of.
    Perspective really changes everything.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you so much. Yes, perspective is everything in so many situations.

      Reply
  33. Rita Avatar
    Rita

    I loved the poem! The song is familiar too. Not sure where I’ve heard it before, but I know I have. Liked it too!

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  34. Janice Reid Avatar
    Janice Reid

    Good poem, as are the others in the book.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you so much.

      Reply
  35. Pennize Pics Avatar
    Pennize Pics

    That’s a very inspirational poem Pooj. It should give anyone who has struggle with things hope.

    Reply
    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you so much. I hope it does help anyone struggling.

      Reply
  36. Kymber @booomcha Avatar
    Kymber @booomcha

    This is some wonderful poetry, Pooja!

    Reply
    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thank you so much, so glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply

Leave a Reply

Find Me On Socials!

Check Out My Book:

All The Words I Kept Inside By P. J. Gudka

Discover more from Lifesfinewhine

Subscribe now to keep reading and get access to the full archive.

Continue reading