#motivational — Public Fediverse posts

Here's the guide. Learning to play Dreamchaser by Lyno Nine8. The percussion is lively. Get the tab. Full version:

https://chordyes.com/chord/lyno-nine8-dreamchaser

#guitarsolo #guitarriff #german #malevocalist #rap #motivational #germanhiphop

Poetry Comes Alive!

October 3, 2017, when I performed “All About Eve” at the West End Arts Center in Long Branch

Poetry is such a high form of art, not many get it. But those who do, do.

Before I became a journalist, I relied on writing (and performing) poetry as a creative outlet. I read at events all over New Jersey and New York City. It’s a shame we didn’t record and take photos back then as we do today. We were so in the moment. And it was always a great honor to be reading with other great poets. All of us expressing ourselves and creating a memorable vibe.

Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta, a featured reader at the All About Eve Festival of the Arts, October 2017

I had blogged about this event when it happened back in October of 2017. And oftentimes readers find my old blogs because I’ll see them in the “Top Posts & Pages” section to the right. Thanks to proper tagging, my blogs will live on until I die and stop paying for this account. Laughing out loud!

“All About Eve” was written specifically for this festival. When I write poetry, I’m also thinking about how I will be reading it in front of a live audience. Because it’s the deliverance that makes people listen. I write my poems to be read, to be heard, and even to be shouted! I have something to say, and I’m saying it!

All about Eve?

What about me?

In a superficial society.

Trendy, Fendi,

Keeping up with Beyonce

Spending at your local foods

People are so freakin’ rude

Pushing shop carts into butts

Let their kids do what they want.

Monopolize the conversation

It’s better than a sex sensation

Demean others, even your friends

The main thing is to “win, win, win.”

Do it daily, do it loud

Do it often so you feel proud

Raise your kid the same way

She’s a princess every day

Problems in the world we see

Ignorance, sickness, poverty

Change would be nice, if only …

Yet we still chant, “Me! Me! Me!”

And, you know, it’s nothing new,

Eve was all about “me” too.

Back then it was forbidden fruit,

Now it’s Botox to stay cute.

Charlton Heston, was once the rage, uh-huh

No one cares what Moses claimed; uh-huh

And the ME goes on. And the ME goes on.

On.

On.

On.

On.

Copyright 2017, Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta

All rights reserved.

“All About Eve” reminds us to take the focus off ourselves, stop being so shallow, and pay attention to others.

Two years later I brought back “All About Eve” to the Neighborhood House Association, where I read it to an audience, which you can see here on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HyLorsfQig4&t=1s

(By the way, I’ll be back at the Neighborhood House Association November 15 to be presenting a motivational speech on gratitude.)

If it hadn’t been for poetry, early on, I wouldn’t have become a motivational speaker.

When I started writing professionally and being published in magazines all over the world, I had friends complain that I was no longer doing poetry. Poetry was always in my heart, but sometimes you take a break from certain things to pursue others.

As a journalist I interview actors that are also directors, producers, musicians. Talented people (and we all have talents) usually don’t just stick with one thing. We branch out, to explore other areas of arts, including the stuff that we may not be as good at, but we just put it out there because we love to be creative. This, for me, includes film projects. I can be expressive in front of a camera, but I’m not camera-genic. Photogenic, yes, not film-genic. Film hates me for some reason and I never look good in film.

But that won’t stop me from being in projects. I’ll look at myself and say, “Ew, am I really that gross?” and I’ll continue to participate because it’s fun and you get to create with other people. Whether it’s for a commercial or being on a podcast, that’s yucky me who looks nothing like the video. Then maybe you’ll meet me in person and say that I’m cuter. Ha-ha!

Whenever you see someone in photos or on film, always know they look better in real life. An artist once told me he prefers drawing people because he can capture their likeness better than a camera can. (So next time you see a photo or film of yourself and feel bad, just realize it’s not real — you do look so much better!)

Anyway, my art isn’t great, but it’s endearing. Something else that I love to do and comes straight from the heart. I never went to art school so I have a certain flair that makes a piece unique. (An art teacher once used my work as a sample for how someone can be expressive without perfection). And then there’s singing. I love it, but I’m not good at it. During the pandemic my husband and I made a video for our friends. I sang and it was good. But it wasn’t effortless. We practice so much. Him on guitar and us singing together. He had to sing in a lower register to match my alto. It’s private for our friends on YouTube, but I’d be happy to send anyone the link if they’d like to hear it.

Sometimes I’m hard on myself and view my poetry as mediocre, but it’s the deliverance that makes is strong. I was once told that it seems like I’m singing when I’m reading poetry. And on the flip side I’ve also heard, “You’re too much.” Some people don’t even like me, but they like my poetry. I’m fine with that. I’m not a delusional person who expects everyone to like me, nor am I a pick-me puppy dog who will jump through hoops to get people to like me. It is what it all is.

My poem “thin” in Paterson Literary Review, published in September 2026, written in the 1990s

I recently re-wrote a poem I performed at Aldo’s Hideaway in Lyndhurst, New Jersey back in the early 1990s, called “Mood Ring” but we’ll get to that in a second.

Yes, a nightclub hosted my poetry performance! It was super fun. I was able to keep all the money I had at the door, and the club would keep what was made at the bar. Some people who didn’t know about the performance were confused. “What is this? Where’s the dance music?” But nevertheless it was a successful night!

Me, in the middle reading “666-Talk”

In the early 1990s, there were late-night television advertisements trying to entice men to call a 1-900 number to talk to sexy women. I created a mockery about it called “666-Talk.” Instead of getting a sexy woman, the guy gets Satan.

I had two guys dress up as nerds with broken glasses held together by Band-Aids. They’d call the phone line and say, “Hey Baby, what’s happening?”

Me, and the girls on each side of me, screamed out, “NOT YOU!”

Then I’d go into a diabolical diatribe about sin. The devil came through the telephone and took this dude straight to hell!

That same night, I read “Mood Ring.”

I recently revitalized the poem to read at church in an upcoming community night. (I’ll also be making a dish to share, and I am giving away a free session for relationship coaching — because I just can’t do one thing!)

Mood Ring requires audience participation. When I say, “I’m a _____” the audience shouts: “MOOD RING!”

Audience participation is good. Because we are better together. It’s short. It’s fun. You always leave people wanting more. And more they will get because I’ll be giving away mood rings to children. And a little nod to the adults on the “blue team” as I am proud to go to a progressive church. When I renewed my faith earlier this summer it was important to find a church that aligns with my beliefs — and I did. (If anyone wants to find a church in their area that is progressive, I highly recommend the website gaychurch.org and you can put in your address to see what church is close to you).

So, I leave you with “Mood Ring” which I will be reading/performing in church in a few weeks. Enjoy it and keep creating!

Mood Ring

By Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta

I’m a …

MOOD RING!

M-O-O-D RING!

When I’m red, I’m full of passion.

When I’m orange, hey, I’m in fashion.

I’m a …

MOOD RING!

M-O-O-D RING!

Green is nature, to be seen,

Pink’s a flamingo, so unique.

Indigo, a beautiful hue.

When I’m blue, I’m voting for YOU!

I’m a ….

MOOD RING!

Chords for this piece. Beginning with Never Look Back by UkeStar. A very evocative piece of music. Get the music. More info:

https://chordyes.com/chord/ukestar-never-look-back

#guitarcommunity #guitarfamily #american #acoustic #ukulele #malevocalist #motivational

https://youtube.com/shorts/z8bih7FlIvg?feature=share

#stevejobs #motivational

Make today a great day!

#motivation #motivational

https://www.evshift.com/534688/how-powerful-is-a-tim-tebow-motivational-speech/ How powerful is a Tim Tebow motivational speech? #ElectricCars #ElectricVehicles #EV #motivational #nissan #NissanUsa #powerful #Speech #Tebow #Tim

Listening to them speak and hearing their lamentations does a different level of justice than history books ever could.

link-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vx0xhwzdLl8

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

Labor leader Dolores Huerta explores what "American Identity" means to her, including the internal struggle between her Mexican-American and indigenous roots. She also discusses her decades-long fight for farmworkers’ rights.

link-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_7uVBn9y0w

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

Just tabbed this. Submerging to Bangkit by The Paps. Great song for practicing your transitions. Check the progression. Lead sheet:

https://chordyes.com/chord/the-paps-bangkit

#fender #gibson #indonesian #band #motivational #rock #spirit

Here's the acoustic chart. Overwhelming to Sang Camar by Putri Hafirra. Try the progression. Full version:

https://chordyes.com/chord/putri-hafirra-sang-camar

#epiphone #yamahaguitar #indonesian #femalevocalist #acoustic #motivational #nature

Just completed this one. Heaving to Tempuh by Danny. The harmonizer is epic. A very classic rock tune. Learn the lick. Full chords:

https://chordyes.com/chord/danny-tempuh

#guitarfx #guitarpedals #malaysian #malevocalist #rock #motivational #anthem

Motivational I know, but who and what exactly do you think that that text motivates? 🤦‍♂️

(actual WhatsApp status I saw a few days ago)

#screenshotSaturday #screenshot #motivational #unintended #burglary

Philadelphia protests over the killing of Walter Wallace Jr. represent only the latest in a year of nationwide demonstrations against racism and police violence. The ongoing movement has captured attention and provided political fodder -- but it also reflects a long American history of organizing against injustice.

link-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmiwg8fNtsg

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

About CBC: Welcome to the official YouTube channel for CBC, Canada’s public broadcaster. CBC is dedicated to creating content with original voices that inspire and entertain. Watch sneak peeks and trailers, behind the scenes footage, original web series, digital-exclusives and more.

link-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7IJ7npTYrU

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

On February 24th 2022, Russia brought war back to Europe after almost eight decades of peace. Its invasion of Ukraine has shattered all expectations of modern European powers resolving their problems peacefully, and brought NATO itself to the brink of full-blown war against Russia.

link-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iPp_yzw1zJk

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

Jimmy Tip; Be Curious, Not Impressive

https://mybuddyjimmy.wordpress.com/2026/09/24/jimmy-tip-be-curious-not-impressive/

Shoot for the moon and if you miss you will still be among the stars

link-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IcxZa7HOW1o

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

Thomas Sowell predicts the delusion of affirmative action and diversity 25 years ahead of everyone. 1995.

link-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l93M9IUFXgc

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

US Navy Admiral William H. McRaven, one of the most decorated US commanders, delivers one of the best motivational speeches you will ever hear.

link-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TBuIGBCF9jc

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

The toll on civilians in Lebanon is "totally unacceptable", the United Nations warned tonight - as Israeli airstrikes continued to pound the country - while almost 200 rockets were fired into Northern Israel, with no reports of major damage.

link-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PTbmh23IaXM

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

Jerusalem - Dance by Afro Generals Best challenge | 2020 Master KG Feat Nocebo & Bruna Boy

link-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9AgAhZ6AQvI&t=1s

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

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link-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMpjENF1VDc&t=3s

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

Just got these chords done. Picking Make It Happen by John Waite. A classic rock staple. Try this melody out. Sheet:

https://chordyes.com/chord/john-waite-make-it-happen

#electricguitar #bassguitar #british #malevocalist #rock #motivational #upbeat

Extract de emission 300 CHOEURS POUR + DE VIE, diffuse le vended 14 October 2016 à 20h55 sur France 3, presented par Wendy Bouchard et Michel Drucker.

link-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UOPVX0ZzUvE

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

CulturalVIBINg Media is Building Bridges to Positive Cultural and Societal Changes in Nigeria. Join our movement and tell us your cVIBINg Stories that promote our global cultures.

link-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FdSs8kXCohU

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

When looking at separate definitions of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), some might argue these concepts are one and the same

link-https://www.culturalvibing.com/post/whatcanmanagementdotopromotedeiandculturalawareness

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

cVibe previously discussed the critical role c-suite executives play in communicating the importance of anti-bias and DEI programs and how their policies can bolster the health of the organization they lead.

link-https://www.culturalvibing.com/post/https-www-youtube-com-watch-v-nriukpkesdo

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

Claudia Sheinbaum is the first female and person of Jewish heritage to be elected president of Mexico.

link-https://www.culturalvibing.com/post/mexico-s-new-president-elect

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

The unrelenting tone leaves many wondering if these attacks are an effort to remove him from the race—or a sign of the growing dangers in American politics.

link-https://www.culturalvibing.com/post/trump-s-attempted-assassination-a-new-era-in-us-politics

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

The teachers’ union has long expressed their frustrations. Comrade Abdullah Mohammed Tasha's, the state chairman of the NUT, made it clear that the situation has become untenable

link-https://www.culturalvibing.com/post/fct-teachers-strike-primary-school-resumption-remains-in-limbo

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

This Independence Day provides a unique opportunity to celebrate and reflect on the country’s cultural richness, which is integral to its identity and unity.

link-https://www.culturalvibing.com/post/celebrating-nigeria-s-rich-culture-on-independence-day

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

This year has marked one of the bloodiest chapters in the region’s modern history, with every day steeped in pain, crisis, and killings. As the death toll rises and the war spreads, it’s clear that the conflict, driven by deep political, religious, and strategic divides, is far from over.

link-https://www.culturalvibing.com/post/twelve-months-of-violence-examining-the-killings-in-israel

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

Each year, the medicine prize is the first in the crop of Nobel's to be announced, with the remaining five set to be unveiled over the coming days.

link-https://www.culturalvibing.com/post/us-microrna-researchers-wins-2024-nobel-prize-in-physiology-or-medicine

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

Many voters in the US have options to cast their ballots before election Day, November 5. Reports say that some have already started receiving mail-in ballots. Early voting became popular in 2020, when the coronavirus pandemic was in full swing, as it allowed people to avoid crowding into polling stations.

link-https://www.culturalvibing.com/post/early-voting-begins-in-the-us-here-s-what-to-kn

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

Africa keeps taking the hit from global crises — but why? Is the African Union too weak to protect the continent, or is leadership the real problem? Kenyan lawyer and activist Patrick Loch Otieno Lumumba says the African Union needs a fundamental overhaul if Africa is to earn global respect and better serve its citizens.

link-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nuiYUbgu4Pw

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

At an event honoring the twentieth graduating class of the 10,000 Small Businesses program at LaGuardia Community College in New York, we asked some of the business leaders in attendance to share their insights on business-building and how to further empower American entrepreneurship

link-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0PbjZ01ObLA&t=1s

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

Trevor Noah and The World's Fakest News Team tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and pop culture.

link-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9s7HySExCoc

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

Chords are accessible now. Leading with E Bine Bine E Foarte Bine by Mirabela Dauer. Try playing it tonight. Transcription:

https://chordyes.com/chord/mirabela-dauer-e-bine-bine-e-foarte-bine

#fender #gibson #romanian #femalevocalist #pop #upbeat #motivational

Added this release. Switching to Käsillä by Juhani Tikkanen. A very polished pop track. Good song for a jam session. Time to jam. More info:

https://chordyes.com/chord/juhani-tikkanen-kasilla

#ibanez #prs #finnish #malevocalist #pop #motivational #uplifting

"Struggle doesn’t mean you aren’t capable. It means you have met a learning opportunity. Struggle is learning. "

#learning #struggle #motivational

Here's the melody. Leading with Semangat Nanang by nanoe biroe. Nice master. Try this chorus out. Chord sheet:

https://chordyes.com/chord/nanoe-biroe-semangat-nanang

#guitarsolo #guitarriff #indonesian #malevocalist #motivational #cheerful #pop

#motivational #psa

Here's the campfire version. Pelting to Workin' Hard by Fujii Kaze. Add it to your jam list. Notes:

https://chordyes.com/chord/fujii-kaze-workin-hard

#guitarlove #guitarworld #japanese #malevocalist #pop #motivational #upbeat

#PSA
#motivational

Chords for this live version. Heaving to Don't Give Up by Anders Sohn. The ambiance is great. Learn the lick. Transcription:

https://chordyes.com/chord/anders-sohn-don-t-give-up

#guitarstrap #guitarcase #swedish #malevocalist #pop #motivational #acoustic

Jimmy Tip: Community Before Commerce

https://mybuddyjimmy.wordpress.com/2026/08/27/jimmy-tip-community-before-commerce/

Motivational speaker: "Don't focus on negative thoughts. Instead, embrace positive ideas!"

Me: "Don't tell me what to do!"

😜

#motivational #happythoughts #rebelgirl #stubborn #pragmatism #anarchy #freethinker

Take a break #skyrim #ambient #advice #motivational #gaming #doomscrolling #dreams https://youtube.com/shorts/ZN5rNhRJv-E?si=_WMQS2HxhKYa4N2y

From the stone cities of the Maya to the might of the Aztecs, from its conquest by Spain to its rise as a modern nation, Mexico boasts a rich history and cultural heritage spanning more than 10,000 years.

link-https://www.culturalvibing.com/post/mexico-s-new-president-elect

#Productions, #artistry, #motivational, #speaking, #culturaldiversity, #Equity, #training, #business, #Institutions, #communities,

Jimmy Tip: Focus on the 20% That Pays

https://mybuddyjimmy.wordpress.com/2026/08/13/jimmy-tip-focus-on-the-20-that-pays/

Comcast Sued For Punishing Employees With Pies To The Face

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.techdirt.com/2026/08/10/comcast-sued-for-punishing-employees-with-pies-to-the-face/

The Best Is Yet To Come!

ART
https://fineartamerica.com/featured/the-best-is-yet-to-come-inspirational-hope-optimistic-art-sharon-cummings.html

#flowers #floral #flower #purple #inspiration #inspirational #motivation #motivational #hope #hopeful #positiveenergy #positivity #optimism #relationships #love #fedigiftshop #SharonCummingsArt #buyintoart #healing #healingjourney #goodvibes #uplifting

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Whodiniz - Inspire to get higher

"Dope!"

https://getmusic.fm/l/W0sisF

#independent #motivational #consciousmusic #positivevibes #reggaeinfluenced #music

Jimmy Tip: Three Conversations That Grow Your Business Every Week

https://mybuddyjimmy.wordpress.com/2026/08/06/jimmy-tip-three-conversations-that-grow-your-business-every-week/

Here's the harmony. Bounding to Highs And Lows by Michael Schulte. The progression is really nice. Try the progression. Page:

https://chordyes.com/chord/michael-schulte-highs-and-lows

#musiclovers #guitarchords #german #malevocalist #pop #motivational #english

Chords are online now. Rehearsing Bukas Makalawa (tomorrow Or The Day After) by Paolo Mallari. Try the riff. Tab here:

https://chordyes.com/chord/paolo-mallari-tomorrow-or-the-day-after

#guitaricon #guitarmuse #filipino #malevocalist #pop #tagalog #motivational

Good days. Good people. #kindness #hope #travel #motivational #bikepacking https://youtube.com/shorts/6w_FuygMe2o

#CourageTheCowardlyDog #Motivation #Motivational #YouAreEnough #IAmEnough #ImEnough #Empower #Empowered #Empowering.

#Meme #Memes #Humour #Humor

Chords are set. Opening with What Could Possibly Go Wrong by Melanie C. Get the notes. Arrangement:

https://chordyes.com/chord/melanie-c-what-could-possibly-go-wrong

#guitarfriends #guitarlife #british #femalevocalist #pop #motivational #selfreflection