
Searching for paradise
TED Radio Hour
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Finding Paradise in Chaos
This chapter tells the story of a taxi driver who escapes Iran to start anew in England but returns each summer to reconnect with his mother and homeland. It explores the complex relationship between seeking a better life and the profound emotional ties to one's origins, illustrated through the vibrant chaos of Varanasi, India. The narrative delves into the beauty within life's messiness, suggesting that true growth and insight often emerge from our struggles and everyday realities.
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