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Mentioned in 13 episodes

Blue nights

Book • 2011

Author

Joan Didion

A poignant reflection on motherhood, loss, and the passage of time, exploring the complexities of family relationships.

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Mentioned in 13 episodes

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as a book containing a paragraph about her family.

115 snips

Rachel Hollis On Learning From The Worst Moments, Measuring Success, And Doing Your Best

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

, discussing her resilience and ability to create art from tragedy.

52 snips

Steven Pressfield On Work Without Attachments (Part 2)

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

while discussing the unexpected reversals of fortune and the fragility of life.

18 snips

Who Could Have Seen It? | 9 Stoic Lessons From Running Every Single Day

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

and

Evelyn McDonnell

as a book that explores the author's reflections on motherhood and aging.

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Author Evelyn McDonnell On Joan Didion’s Life and Legacy (Pt 1)

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

in the context of parenthood and vulnerability.

Seize Every Moment With Them (While You Can) | David Kessler

Mentioned by Eugenia Kuda in the same context as "The Year of Magical Thinking."

The Weekend Intelligence: Digital Ghosts

Mentioned by

Evelyn McDonnell

as a book that explores the author's reflections on motherhood and loss.

Author Evelyn McDonnell On Joan Didion’s Life and Legacy (Pt 2)

Mentioned by Eugenia Kuda in the same context as "The Year of Magical Thinking."

The Weekend Intelligence: Digital Ghosts

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as must-reads for any parent or person, in the context of loss and vulnerability.

You’re A Hostage To Fortune Now

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

while discussing the importance of validating children's feelings, even when parents don't understand them.

Their Feelings Are Their Feelings

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

in relation to the impact of parents' words on their children.

You Don’t Even Realize How Much You Say It

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as books that explore the emotional experience of losing loved ones and dealing with the mementos they left behind.

This Will Haunt You

Mentioned by

Griffin Dunne

while discussing his documentary about his aunt and her book, "Blue Nights."

Storytelling, Family & Tragedy with Griffin Dunne

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as books exploring motherhood and public life.

Joan Didion's Parenting Strategies | Ryan Holiday & Evelyn McDonnell

Mentioned by

Alissa Wilkinson

as a book about Didion's reevaluation of the story she told herself about her family and motherhood.

Alissa Wilkinson: Joan Didion and the American Dream Machine

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as a book exploring grief and the realizations that come with loss.

It’s Almost Too Painful to See

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as a book about grief and regret, reflecting on the death of her daughter.

Another Way It’s Tough To Be Your Kid

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as a must-read parenting book.

You’re A Bigger Target Now

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

in the context of Joan Didion's grief and reflection on raising her daughter.

Only Later Will You See This

Mentioned by

Mina Kim

as a source of solace during the Los Angeles fires.

Joan Didion and How Hollywood Shaped American Politics

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