Amen 🙏

And Odin say Happy is he who hath in himself praise and wisdom in life; for oft doth a man ill counsel get, when ’tis born in another’s breast" (Stanza 9). Your Mind is Your Strength: "A better burden can no man bear on the way than his mother wit [wisdom/intellect]; 'tis the refuge of the poor, and richer it seems than wealth in a world untried" (Stanza 10). Do Not Rely on Others/Gods: The Hávamál emphasizes personal action over waiting for divine help. It encourages building one's own character and skills. Be Prepared and Active: "He must rise betimes who hath few to serve him, and see to his work himself; who sleeps at morning is hindered much" (Stanza 59). The Importance of Self-Reliance: A small, self-owned home is better than begging or relying on others.