Chapter
The Art of Conversation and Long Term Perspective
1:33:29 - 1:39:43 (06:13)
The speaker discusses the importance of practicing active listening, developing presence, and maintaining a long term perspective to better understand current events and put them into perspective. Exercises are suggested to help students internalize this way of thinking.
Clips
The speaker recommends "Real Cause Book of Hours: Love Poems to God," "When Things Fall Apart" by Pemma Shodron, and "Letters to a Young Poet" by Rilke as books that helped her navigate her own emotions and grow into understanding love better.
1:33:29 - 1:35:30 (02:00)
Summary
The speaker recommends "Real Cause Book of Hours: Love Poems to God," "When Things Fall Apart" by Pemma Shodron, and "Letters to a Young Poet" by Rilke as books that helped her navigate her own emotions and grow into understanding love better.
ChapterThe Art of Conversation and Long Term Perspective
Episode#223: Calming Philosophies for Chaotic Times -- Krista Tippett
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
In this podcast, the speaker talks about their decision to teach an ongoing seminar to college seniors, as they are in a time of significant formation.
1:35:31 - 1:36:17 (00:45)
Summary
In this podcast, the speaker talks about their decision to teach an ongoing seminar to college seniors, as they are in a time of significant formation. They express their uncertainty of what to teach but suggest focusing on discussing the narrative of the world in this time of disarray.
ChapterThe Art of Conversation and Long Term Perspective
Episode#223: Calming Philosophies for Chaotic Times -- Krista Tippett
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Encouraging students to view the news in a larger context of time and to focus on the people and projects making positive change, rather than solely the headlines.
1:36:17 - 1:38:56 (02:39)
Summary
Encouraging students to view the news in a larger context of time and to focus on the people and projects making positive change, rather than solely the headlines. Assigning readings and exercises that challenge the typical narrative presented in the media can facilitate this perspective.
ChapterThe Art of Conversation and Long Term Perspective
Episode#223: Calming Philosophies for Chaotic Times -- Krista Tippett
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
We need to intentionally relearn the basic social art of listening, which has been overshadowed by the skills of advocacy that we actively learn, so we can create more meaningful connections.
1:38:57 - 1:39:43 (00:45)
Summary
We need to intentionally relearn the basic social art of listening, which has been overshadowed by the skills of advocacy that we actively learn, so we can create more meaningful connections.