The Dream of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
How can we be the change we want to see? Are you willing to do everything for a dream?
February has been designated as Black History Month, and it must be celebrated with the same enthusiasm that we celebrate other important events. Also, we must be aware of and give recognition to the many contributions African Americans have made in the United States. Many great accomplishments have been downplayed for decades. Even today, black history is still being made as many milestones and new achievements/goals have been accomplished.
How can we be the change we want to see? Are you willing to do everything for a dream?
February has been designated as Black History Month, and it must be celebrated with the same enthusiasm that we celebrate other important events. Also, we must be aware of and give recognition to the many contributions African Americans have made to the United States. Many great accomplishments have been downplayed for decades. Even today, black history is still being made as many milestones and new achievements/goals have been accomplished.
Our history is part of our past that has enabled us to grow socially and politically stronger and know exponentially more about the struggles and strengths of our ancestors. To some, history is our thing to be remembered. At the same time, to some, it is something to be proud of. Many continually do what their ancestors started. Although not all of our history is good, we must study and learn from it. Remember that being part of history is something, but being part of a good history is more rewarding.
In this solo episode, Dr. Derrick Burgess will share one of his first major speaking engagements from five years ago. This inspirational speech was from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Foundation, where he was once a scholar student. Tune in today as we discover the dream of Dr. Martin Luther King, as well as Dr. Burgess' goal growing up as a young child wanting to become a physician.
"I'm a living testimony that any senior in the audience here tonight, my children, your children, any adolescent can know that their dreams are achievable, that dreams are possible. Having dreams and manifesting them is possible." – Dr. Derrick Burgess
Topics Covered:
(00:00:00) Introduction + Episode Snippet
(00:00:58) February as The Black History Month: The origin.
(00:04:06) Dr. Burgess continually achieved many firsts as a black.
(00:05:27) Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Foundation: Dr. Burgess as a guest speaker.
(00:06:12) John 4:37-38: Reflecting on the sacrifices that were made for him to achieve his goals and dreams.
(00:08:27) Dreams are achievable; having dreams and manifesting them is possible.
(00:09:34) Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: His life and notable achievements.
(00:11:20) I Have A Dream: A speech about a dream that is deeply rooted in the American Dream.
(00:18:59) Dr. Levi Watkins is an American heart surgeon and civil rights activist.
(00:21:54) The nine words Dr. Burgess wrote to himself.
(00:22:47) The first life-defining moments in Dr. Burgess' career.
(00:24:45) Favor: A mathematical equation.
(00:25:31) Dr. Martin Luther King's life and time here on Earth: A summary.
(00:26:38) Dr. Burgess is the product of Dr. Martin's dream.
(00:29:58) Send your feedback and reviews!
Key Takeaways:
"37. Thus the saying 'One sow and another reaps' is true. 38 I sent you to reap what you have not worked for. Others have done the hard work, and you have reaped the benefits of their labor." –John 4: 37-38
"We hold these truths to be self-evident that all men are created equally." – Dr. Derrick Burgess
"Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only life can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that." –Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
"I drew these similarities to emphasize that there is not much difference between you and myself; you have a dream." – Dr. Derrick Burgess
"If I can achieve my dreams, so can you." – Dr. Derrick Burgess
"Like Dr. King, I knew that the journey I was undertaking would impact the lives of many others." – Dr. Derrick Burgess
"I have what it takes to be a physician." – Dr. Derrick Burgess
"The finger of God will never point you to where the hand of God will not deliver you." – Dr. Levi Watkins
Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess:
Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHGDu1zT4K_X6PnYELu8weg
Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com
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