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How Losing Everything In A Wildfire Led Pico Iyer To Seek Silence

Fresh Air

CHAPTER

Resilience Amidst Wildfire

This chapter reflects on personal loss and the serenity found in monastic life, exploring the aftermath of a devastating wildfire. The narrative contrasts fear and resilience, detailing the journey of an individual from chaos to tranquility, with insights on survival and redefined luxury. It highlights the emotional weight of loss and the transformative power of silence and solitude in nature.

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