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September 20, 2015
I wear my scars as roses of courage
Here is a really awesome poem I wanted to share with you by Paramahansa Yogananda, most notable for his book Autobiography of a Yogi. I don’t really consider myself a religious or spiritual person, but I do like to read a lot of stuff. I signed up for the self-realization fellowship lessons to learn more about the innards of some Eastern style spiritual teachings. If you have any interest, I would recommend singing up for them. The most valuable things I’ve learned from the self-realization fellowship is how to properly meditate and focus my mind. This practice has massive carryover into other cognitively demanding activities. Here’s the poem:
I wear my scars as roses of courage
I have bled for Thy Name; and for Thy Name’s sake I am willing ever to bleed. Like a mighty warrior, with gory limbs, injured body, wounded honor, and a thorn crown of derision, undismayed I fight on. My scars I wear as roses of courage, of inspiration to persevere in the battle against evil.
I may continue to suffer blows on my arms outstretched to help others, and receive persecution instead of love. But my soul shall ever bask in the sunshine of Thy blessings, O Lord! Thou dost guide Thy soldier’s campaigns that conquer for Thee the lands of human hearts now oppressed by sadness.
With the transfiguring sword of wisdom I smite the error foe. My army of freedom thoughts is disciplined by the divine martinet, Singlehearted Devotion to Thee. Blowing trumpets of Thy liberating Name, the battalions march into enemy occupied territory: maya-deluded minds.
May the legions of light banish the despot Darkness — usurper in man’s kingdom of consciousness.
Oh, in my invasions of the continents of ignorance, Thou hast ever been Commander in Chief!
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Do you have any particular religious or spiritual practice? If so, what do you most like about it?
P.S. Want a good laugh? watch this youtube video:
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September 13, 2015
The Wit of Sir Isaac Newton
This is my copy, a little abused now :)
I like to read wide and a lot of varied books. Today I was reading Poor Charlie’s Almanack: The Wit and Wisdom of Charles T. Munger — I highly recommend buying this book, though it is expensive. Don’t be put off by the fact it’s written by a finance guy. Charlie Munger is Warren Buffet’s right hand man. This book is jam packed with wisdom, each page with gems you could spend days ruminating about. He often references the wisdom of those that came before him, one those people being Isaac Newton.
Here are some of his pithy quotes about life that I love:
“Tact is the art of making a point without making an enemy”
“No great discovery was ever made without a bold guess.”
“We build too many walls and not enough bridges.”
“If I am anything, which I highly doubt, I have made myself so by hard work.”
“If I have done the public any service, it is due to my patient thought.”
“If I have seen farther than others, it is because I was standing on the shoulders of giants.”
Who are your role models? What quotes do you love? Leave a comment down below.
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July 1, 2015
Pre-order The Silver Tower – Book 3 of The Age of Dawn
I am pretty stoked to let you know that The Silver Tower – Book 3 of The Age of Dawn is now available for pre-order! The book comes out July 20th.
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April 3, 2015
The Lord of Death (The Age of Dawn Book 2) – Now Available
Go here to order now: http://amzn.to/1xqW92T
The Lord of Death
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April 1, 2015
Stormcaller – Now Free Everywhere
Amazon: http://amzn.to/1xXDlst
Barnes & Noble: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/books/1121621898
iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/id981031174
Kobo: https://store.kobobooks.com/en-US/ebook/stormcaller
The second installment of the Age of Dawn series, The Lord of Death will be out on Friday 4/3. You can pre-order your copy here:
http://amzn.to/1xqW92T
Enjoy!
Everet
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March 29, 2015
The Lord of Death (The Age of Dawn Book 2) – Now Available for Pre-order
It has been a labor of love and I’m quite pleased with how the book came out and I hope you are too. The book will be out this coming Friday (4/3).
Go here to order now: http://amzn.to/1xqW92T
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March 27, 2015
The Lord of Death Cover Reveal – Book 2 of The Age of Dawn
Wa-hoo! Here is the cover for my next book, “The Lord of Death.” This is the second book of The Age of Dawn series. I hope you like it and would love to hear your thoughts.
The Lord of Death
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November 12, 2014
Stormcaller Released today!
Wahoo!
I am excited to announce that Stormcaller: The Age of Dawn Book 1 is now available on Amazon.
Get it here:
Amazon US: http://bit.ly/stormcaller
Amazon UK: http://bit.ly/StormcallerUK
New author Everet Martins introduces readers to the fantastical world of Zoria, a land of volcanos and carnivorous plants.
10,000 years have passed since Asebor was sealed during the first Age of Dawn. The power binding this malevolent god has finally waned, allowing him to once again beat the drums of war.
Men worship the Phoenix and Dragon gods. Some are fortunate enough to touch their essences, transforming ordinary women into fearsome warriors and men into miraculous healers.
The beginnings of the next scourge brushes the town of Breden, where Walter, son of elixir bean farmers, itches for adventure only to discover the harsh brutality of combat.
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September 30, 2014
Stormcaller Cover Reveal
I’m stoked to reveal the cover for my upcoming Fantasy Novel “Stormcaller.” It’s the first book of the Age of Dawn series and will be released by the end of October. I am excited to hear what you have to say about the cover!
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