https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg By: William Ernest Henley en-us 2018-01-25 20:48:08 UTC 2026-03-17 03:48:57 UTC hello@padlet.com 19barnesk https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/224871461 2018-01-25 20:49:40 UTC https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/224871461 19ward_diorior https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225144756 I think the message behind the poem is really powerful, saying that no one but you can control your life and what you do with it. It's powerful because of this, and because the history of South Africa and Apartheid. The poem is inspiring to anyone who is having trouble in their life from another person because the message is saying that you are in control. ]]> 2018-01-26 17:09:13 UTC https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225144756 19stillj https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225144875 I think it is really important, as this poem suggests, not to let outside circumstances of conflicts reduce your determination. A line that impacted me was "Under the bludgeonings of chance / My head is bloody, but unbowed." I think this is an interesting line because it shows that the Henley isn't claiming that narrator is invincible -- he is clearly hurt, but he is just refusing to let this break his will. It's really important to keep standing even in the face of pain and trouble, because life goes on.]]> 2018-01-26 17:09:28 UTC https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225144875 https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225144928 The last two lines of the poem by Henley are by far the most powerful. To fully take charge of your life is a battle. Through stress, pain, doubt, and loss, life may feel like a tidal wave is continually crashing against you, pulling you underwater. It takes immense strength to proclaim that you are the captain of your soul.]]> 2018-01-26 17:09:34 UTC https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225144928 19iwanowicza https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225144935 This poem is powerful because it describes persistence and determination in the face of struggle. Its tone is relatively dark but courageous. My favorite stanza is the last because the poem turns from mostly cold and unforgiving to stronger and more powerful than any of the previous declarations.]]> 2018-01-26 17:09:35 UTC https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225144935 https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225144983 This poem seems to speak of how no outside force can control one's fate or soul. The only one who can control one's own fate and soul is the person them self, no matter how hard external forces try to force that change. Ultimately, it is up to the individual to make the decision to change; they take influence from these outside forces.]]> 2018-01-26 17:09:41 UTC https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225144983 19kisha https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145040 I like how the last stanza emphasizes that ultimately, we are the ones who control what happens in our lives. We make our own decisions and choices, and we should not let others make our choices for us. It comes down to what we decide is best for us. Our life experiences shape and mold us, and they can influence our decisions, but what happens is up to you.]]> 2018-01-26 17:09:48 UTC https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145040 19karpera https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145044 "I am the master of my fate" is a powerful line from this poem. It means that one can only control their own future-the outside world can influence how an individual reacts but not how they go about getting past it. It requires determination and perseverance to get past hardships. ]]> 2018-01-26 17:09:48 UTC https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145044 https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145128 This is definitely a very powerful poem. I think that it is suggesting that no matter how difficult a situation may be, it is always important to keep your head held high. You ultimately choose what things you allow and what things you do not allow to affect you, and the last stanza in the poem, I think, reinforces this idea. Even though it has a dark type of tone, it has a positive message of determination.]]> 2018-01-26 17:09:58 UTC https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145128 bhpapa https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145215 This poem's meaning is that you should never lose hope in any situation, no matter the circumstances. If you give up when something becomes difficult, you will not be very successful in life. One has to power through tough times and create their own path leading to success.]]> 2018-01-26 17:10:07 UTC https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145215 19shoueyg https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145236 A very deep and powerful poem. It reminds us that no matter the circumstances, we have the power to dictate our course and our perspective. One can be or do whatever she or he wishes, so long as they have the perseverance to maintain their course, no matter what obstacles life may present. ]]> 2018-01-26 17:10:10 UTC https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145236 19aunkstl https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145244 Nice poem choice...inspiring with a hint of gloom. It shows how people are able to deal with their problems and emphasizes determination

]]> 2018-01-26 17:10:11 UTC https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145244 https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145247 I think this is a very powerful poem overall. The line "I am the master of my fate" stood out to me the most because it is telling the reader that they are in charge of their future or fate, and I think that is an important message for people. ]]> 2018-01-26 17:10:11 UTC https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145247 19o_brienn https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145576 "I am the master of my fate" is the most important section in this excerpt of the poem. One is in control of all actions completed, one need not be influenced by outside sources. Whatever someone wants to do, they should do it, regardless of whether society shuns is as unacceptable. If it is not a positive activity, they will be reprimanded accordingly and will then decide to do something else. Life is all about being happy and doing what one loves; there is no reason to do something for the rest of one's life to thrive in social norms.]]> 2018-01-26 17:10:56 UTC https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145576 alr2 https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145655 Thank you for starting us off with a powerful poem. The final stanza brings meaning to the previous ones and the hardships anyone endures. Having individual purpose and being able to have some control over life's events can grant people a sense of determination and peace. ]]> 2018-01-26 17:11:07 UTC https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145655 19lohmank https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145724 I like the line "I am the master of my fate" because it means that you are in control of your life and you  can make your life whatever you want it to be. I think everyone has a choice in how their life turns out, and you have to make good decisions if you want a good outcome. I also like "My head is bloody but unbowed" because it shows that bad things happen in life but you have to keep your head up and keep moving forward. ]]> 2018-01-26 17:11:16 UTC https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145724 19christensonc https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145728 This is a very symbolic poem, and the message at the end is one that we all should remember. The poem is talking about getting through all of life's struggles, and through it all, remembering that your life is up to you and the decisions you make. Your fate is not predetermined, and you can make your life anything you want it to be.]]> 2018-01-26 17:11:16 UTC https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145728 19galbraithc https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145754 We were created strong and given the ability to do and be anything we want. If we stand firm during hard times we will always make it through to better times and accomplish anything we set our minds to.]]> 2018-01-26 17:11:18 UTC https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145754 19barnesk https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145805 I have loved reading this poem every so often just as a reminder to keep going. 'My head is bloody but unbowed' is one of my favorite parts because it shows the resilience against all the struggles life can give. The last section ends with a note of courage and strength. William Ernest Henley acknowledges all his struggles, but continues on nonetheless. ]]> 2018-01-26 17:11:24 UTC https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145805 19warddioriol https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145827 I love this poem, especially because I remember Morgan Freeman narrating it in the movie. The theme of this poem is very important when life seems out of control. This poem inspires the reader to not be bent by circumstance, but to make change in their life. ]]> 2018-01-26 17:11:25 UTC https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/225145827 20cookb1 https://padlet.com/19barnesk/ff89vfkp8neg/wish/226381248 Very few people actually embody particularly the last two lines of the poem in taking responsibility for their actions and consequences. It is ideal for us to say we are the masters of our fate and the captains of our souls, but when faced with reality, most of us shrink into our previous excuses of human nature. I truly think that if everyone was accountable to this extent and would take responsibility of their being, the world would indeed be a better place. 

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