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Consolations

The Solace, Nourishment and Underlying Meaning of Everyday Words
Book • 2021
In 'Consolations,' David Whyte delves into 52 everyday words, from 'Alone' to 'Work,' each serving as a doorway into the deeper currents of human experience.

The book invites readers to meditate on the meanings and contexts of these words, exploring themes such as pain, joy, honesty, anger, and vulnerability.

Whyte's essays are characterized by their poetic and thoughtful consideration, offering insights that stir both intellectual and emotional reactions.

The book is praised for its beautiful, soulful, and thought-provoking writing, making it a valuable resource for spiritual formation and personal reflection.

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Tim Ferriss
as the author of 12 books of poetry and 5 books of prose, including his latest, Constellations 2.
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Jonny Miller
as a book that has deeply impacted him and that he frequently gifts to friends.
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Christopher Begg
as a favorite poet whose work speaks to liminal states and horizons.
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David Whyte
as a book containing 52 essays.
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as a collection of essays exploring everyday words.
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Ryan Holiday
as author of essays on grief and consolation.
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as a collection of 52 new essays continuing his exploration of ordinary words and profound choices.
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as a book of his.
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pour son exploration du pouvoir de la consolation face à la douleur et aux épreuves de la vie.
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Brad Stulberg
as a book he believes his future self will want to reread.
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David Whyte
's latest collection of 52 new essays.
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Ryan Holiday
as a source of Stoic wisdom and consolation.
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Jonny Miller
as a book to keep by your bedside for the rest of your life.
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Russell Moore
as the author of Consolations II, the book that started their conversation.
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Russell Moore
as a book containing an essay on beliefs.
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Marti Spiegelman
when discussing the concept of courage.
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Sam Harris
as the source material for a series in the Waking Up app.
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Rankin Wilbourne
as a book that was on his bedside table for many years.
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Jonathan Bastian
as the author of Consolations II, reflecting on the transformative power of poetry and its ability to rekindle emotions.
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Ryan Holiday
as a source of wisdom on dealing with loss and appreciating the present moment.
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