How can we be the change we would want to see? Are you willing to do everything for a dream?
It has been known that February is Black History Month, and it must also be celebrated the way we celebrate other important events. We must also be aware and give recognition to respect what African Americans have made in the United States, which has been downplayed for many years. Even today, black history is still being made as they made many milestones and new achievements.
Histories are part of our past that have enabled us to grow more and know more about our ancestors. To some, history is our thing to be remembered. At the same time, to some, they are something to be proud of, and they continually do what their ancestors have started. Although not all histories are good stories from the past, we must consider studying them and learning from them. 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 also 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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