Chapter
The Complexity of Love and Language
50:29 - 55:00 (04:30)
The word "love" has become overused and lost its complexity, but recapturing it as a practical and passionate concept is crucial. The word "God" also presents challenges in language and meaning.
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The host talks about her recently developed interest in poetry as a way of finding beauty without focusing on productivity.
50:29 - 52:10 (01:40)
Summary
The host talks about her recently developed interest in poetry as a way of finding beauty without focusing on productivity. She mentions two books, Night Sky with Exit Wounds and Love Letters to God, and discusses how poetry can be more accessible than it is often made out to be.
ChapterThe Complexity of Love and Language
Episode#223: Calming Philosophies for Chaotic Times -- Krista Tippett
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Despite being overused and misused, the word 'love' is the only thing big enough for our lives together.
52:13 - 53:56 (01:42)
Summary
Despite being overused and misused, the word 'love' is the only thing big enough for our lives together. It's a practical concept that should be recaptured in all its complexity and not just considered as something romantic or passionate.
ChapterThe Complexity of Love and Language
Episode#223: Calming Philosophies for Chaotic Times -- Krista Tippett
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker talks about their anxiety towards using words that are not well defined, and how it affects the way they communicate, avoiding words like success.
53:56 - 55:00 (01:04)
Summary
The speaker talks about their anxiety towards using words that are not well defined, and how it affects the way they communicate, avoiding words like success. They also question others on what words they try to avoid using.