My Mind Versus My Heart: Collection of Poetry About Love and Life

By Bennetta T. Spann

My Mind Versus My Heart Captures the struggle with who we are and who we want to be. The things we go through day to day shape us and mold us. If we are overtaken by the pressure we will not live up to our full potential.

My book is divided into two sections. Section one is about Love and the ups and downs invloved with finding the right one. Also the feeling of failure when a relationship does not turn out the way you perceived.

Section two is about the daily struggles in life. Building the strength from within to turn a death ear to negativity. Also feeling good about yourself and standing up for yourself. These things will build our self-esteem and self-worth.

• Language: English
• Publisher: AuthorHouse
• Release date: Jun 6, 2011
• ISBN: 9781456746988

Bennetta T. Spann

I have always had a love for writing and music. In elementary school I started to enter essay contests. I won my first contest in the fifth grade. That boosted my confidence and helped me to realize people are interested in my thoughts and feelings. I grew up in Jackson, Mississippi in a close family. I have one older sister and a first cousin who is a year younger than me, that I view as a sibling. Growing up I was closer to him than my sister because of the closeness of our ages. My parents were hard working and did all they could to teach us high morals, principles, and a solid work ethic. My parents always pushed us to do our best despite ridicule and peer pressure. I am eternally grateful for them pushing me to excellence in all aspects of life. I was taught that even if something seems impossible, if we work hard and rely on GOD it will become possible. I have been writing my thoughts, emotions, and feelings for years. I thought about compiling some of my writings into a book, but I felt it was too massive of a feat. I began to share my poetry at group poetry readings. Every time I would read at an event someone would say you should write a book. I never knew what all was involved. Then one day a friend of mine helped me find a publisher and get things moving. Going back to the core values I was taught as a child; even though I viewed writing a book as an impossible accomplishment here I am. I present to you for your enlightenment and enjoyment, “My Mind Versus My Heart”.

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