Joe Biden took oath on January 20th as the new President of the United States, amidst the glooming pandemic and appalling economic conditions that surrounded his inauguration. However, there was a glimmer of hope when the young poet, Amanda Gorman delivered a stunning poem that was high on hopes and optimism. Some lines of the poem are;
We did not feel prepared to be the heirs
of such a terrifying hour
but within it we found the power
to author a new chapter
To offer hope and laughter to ourselves
So while once we asked,
how could we possibly prevail over catastrophe?
Now we assert
How could catastrophe possibly prevail over us?
We will not march back to what was
but move to what shall be
A country that is bruised but whole,
benevolent but bold,
fierce and free
For me the poem was unique as I studied from a positive psychology perspective of hope and resilience, to fight the battles and be victorious, while redefining the nation's purpose. It was special for a nation which was divided on race yet united on hope and optimism. The speech is shared here:
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