James Baldwin was an American writer who had trials and tribulations, but found his way through the world of words. Russell Simmons had the same trials and tribulations, but found his way through music and the power of the mind.
These two men are men of power. They are men of great intellect and more than anything, men of substance.
"Be Powerful Be Heard" is a law in Russell Simmon's book "Do You." Which explains transitioning into getting your mind, body and message right to be able to deliver it to others. It also takes you on a journey of preparation and thought to proceed in the right direction in order to be heard and more than anything to be powerful.
"World of Words" is written about James Baldwin. Baldwin ran into complications back in the day as racism was running rampart and so-called winning. Baldwin wasn't about to take that sitting down. He clearly wasn't having it as he believed blacks had the right to be heard and powerful. This took him on a journey of trouble, conflict, and words. Then came an unexpected meet and greet with best selling author Richard Wright. From that point forward he started writing and perfecting his craft by writing a novel, book reviews and then "Giovanni's Room." As the story goes about Baldwin who was ever so flamboyant, and openly gay, he never gave up. He used his voice to be powerful and with that many people heard him.
These two men have a great deal in common. They are master's of their craft but more importantly they embody a true message. A message of being powerful isn't about material items or where you live, it's about using your mind in the highest and greatest way to create a better view for yourself and for others.
As we think about today's society and all the rhetoric and craziness that's bestowed upon us, we also have to think about how we can use our power just like Russell Simmons and James Baldwin did in his day.
In order to have true power like these two men, you have to leap deep within to find the true being within who you are. Russell Simmons found his through music, culture, and love. James Baldwin found his through literature, writing, fighting for his life and love. What's the common denominator; "love." With love comes true passion for all things life, and that set's the stage for true power within you.
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