Songs Inside|Songs and Stories from a Singer/ Songwriter

Ep7 Judge Not -Songs Inside     This  podcast is  about judging people when we know nothing about them.       Don't be fool enough to think you can know a person's character after a few  moments of observation. You can't. You have no idea where his life began or how his saga has unfolded thus far. Only his present state can you witness. To judge him at a glance is like reading one page in an open book, believing it's  enough to confidently recite the story from beginning to end.  True, one page may tell you much, but not nearly enough to accurately critique a book or evaluate a life. So, either become his friend and learn his entire story, or refrain from commenting on a tale you know nothing about.”  ― Richelle E. Goodrich     Today I listenend to Marcy Langlois on Risk  episode titled Surrender  they did such a good job with her story. I encourage you all to listen to it after this one.  Her story fits in so well this episode, it makes not doubt how some things are meant to be.    I had been struggling to find the right story for this episode, I went through bad metaphors , scientific backgrounds and studies on the human brain about  why we judge. But I was really looking for a personal story about someone  being judged and who also judged themselves.  My personal story with the song You Don't Know Me seemed trivial and  contrite because it was more about the incident that got me to write the song more than the feeling I was trying to convey. But Marcy's story is amazing for transformation she has gone through, for the  trauma she has endured, for the self hatred she lashed upon herself.   Marcy's story works within this episode because we all want to feel connected and have the basic need to feel accepted and valued for who we are.  Our traumas, struggles and heartaches are not bumper stickered to our faces.  Before you judge someone reflect on the Golden Rule  " Do unto others as you would have them do unto you  Norman Rockwell painted a nice visual for this one.     If you have something to share  about being judged or just want to comment on the podcast you can leave me a review like Kip did , go to itunes in your desktop or laptop and find the  Songs Inside podcast then hit Suscribe, then you will see the  Rating and Review box, click that and leave your comment and  a five star rating if you think I deserve it. Thanks for sticking around, I'll talk to you next week.   Kate does not have nearly the attention she deserves.  In these early episodes her passion, talent and drive are both impressive and evident.  She does a wonderful job as a solo host and keeps her audience engaged and informed.  As others have said, she has a marvelous voice which is a pleasure to hear.  The knowledge and variety she brings to each episode is also thoroughly entertaining.  Finally, Kate keeps each episode interesting without dragging anything out. This is truly a lovely show! Kip Clark of Stride and Saunter       Lyrics   You Don't Know Me   I have taken the sword from my side I have loosened the noose from where it was tied You don’t know me yet you judge me all the same You don't know me you   throw stones to ease their pain   Chorus No you don’t know you don’t know you don't don’t know me  You don’t know what I don’t show   I come from the ashes of a burned out flame Don’t recognize myself in my own name I try to tell myself there should be no shame Done what I;ve done, there’s no one to blame.     Bridge  I can hear things you don't want me to see I see you laughing and pointing at nothing funny You think I'm a tender rosebud I'm a Dire Wolf!   Chorus        

   

This novel was written in 1899 it shares the struggle of a woman coming into herself, her mistakes and her passions.  The song I share was created on Abelton and also titled The Awakening  and was inspired in part by this book.

 

Here are some quotes from the book:

She was becoming herself and daily casting aside that fictitious self which we assume like a garment with which to appear before the world.

She had all her life long been accustomed to harbor thoughts and emotions which never voiced themselves.

It was not despair, but it seemed to her as if life were passing by, leaving its promises broken and unfulfilled. Yet there were other days when she listened, was led on and deceived by fresh promises which her youth had held out to her.

One of these days, she said, I'm going to pull myself together for a while and think - try to determine what character of a woman I am, for, candidly, I do not know. By all the codes which I am acquainted with, I am a devilishly wicked specimen of the sex. But some way I can't convince myself that I am. I must think about it.

The Awakening by Kate Chopin

The Awakening by Kate McLaughlin

 

 

The Awakening by Kate Chopin,

First lady Michelle Obama discussed the challenges she faced as a working mother and the importance of employers putting their employee’s families first with Robin Roberts. She talked about having her daughter work minimum wage jobs to understand working America. In addition, she stressed the importance of putting pressures on politicians to change the public discussion. 

This was the closing session of the first-ever White House Summit on Working Families was held at the Omni Shoreham Hotel by the White House Council on Women and Girls, the Labor Department Women’s Bureau, and the Center for America Progress to focus on creating a 21st century workplace that works for all Americans. 

This summit brought together businesses, economists, labor leaders, legislators, advocates, and working citizens to talk through the very real issues facing the full spectrum of working families — from low-wage workers to executives.

 "This is a movement, not a moment." said, Senior Advisor Valerie Jarrett .

 

 

 

 

Welcome to Songs Inside the weekly show where I, Kate McLaughlin share stories both personal and research based. I also include  an original song that reinforces the idea of the story.   

  Show notes can be found at songsinside.com Tune in every Tuesday for a new episode. You can subscribe to the show at songs inside.com     Today's episode Procrastination   Why do we put off things we want to happen?   Here are some tips to put a stop to procrastination

Annie Edson Taylor made headlines for being the first person to go over Niagara Falls in a barrell.  Discover what drove her to do and what we may learn from her stunt.

 

Visit Songs Inside to see photos of  Mrs. Annie Esdon Taylor

 

 

Episode 001 the birth of Songs Inside -   I thought it would be appropriate to share a birthing story. This story is the birth of my son Severin, the oldest Forrest was also born at home, Zander the youngest was born in a hospital.   I mention the book Spiritual Midwifery in this episode you can find it here -   http://amzn.to/1dchC6m        If you have a story of birthing to share, I’d love to hear it  send me an email to [email protected] or leave me a voicemail  802-321-3485   I share the song Keep On Singing - it gets you through the harder times.     Here is how you can get a download of this song.  Leave an honest review on itunes or sticher, then  email me a copy of your review to [email protected]  . Listen to episode004 you may hear your review read on the podcast.     You can show your appreciation for the show by visiting http://songsinside.com - join the growing community of “insiders” and share it with others so they can discover this for themselves as well.   Till next time…. We all make a difference -remember- We got the power to change the world

-kate

Defining feminism

A review of The Second Sex

President Obama - Lilly Leadbetter Act

First Lady Michelle Obama on Family

Theme Song - You Got The Power