The chapter explores society's struggle with acknowledging pain and suffering, urging for more empathy and understanding especially during challenging times like the pandemic. It emphasizes the importance of facing and not turning away from suffering, as well as the significance of caring for others through words and actions.
This episode is proof that dreams do come true! I get to talk to Dolly Parton about love, empathy, and the power of truth-telling. We talk about everything from her new book, Dolly Parton, Songteller: My Life in Lyrics, and songwriting to the challenges of leading organizations and Burt Reynolds. It’s amazing to me how Dolly’s songwriting and storytelling seem to be driven by a deep calling to turn toward pain and heartbreak so she can shine a light for all of us to find our way.
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