One Idea That Has Made Me a Better Human

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One idea that has made me a better human is when i realized that i could love someone and think about them all the time. And they can't know that unless i show it to them. That really helped make me a better friend and a better person. It didn't require a lot. But just the putting two and two together to say, like, yea, you just carrying in your head is not the same thing as you expressing it in a tangible way that some one else can experience it. We're coming to the end of this interview. So what is one idea or book, or movie or a piece of music that has made you a better human what's one thing

Roses are red, violets are blue, has poetry ever been intimidating for you? For many people, this art form can feel unapproachable for a myriad of reasons, but today’s guest, poet and educator Sarah Kay, suggests that people who don’t like poetry just maybe haven’t found a poem that really speaks to them. In this episode, Sarah proposes a fresh approach to this ancient art, talks about why playing with language can help you get in touch with yourself, and discusses the ways that writing and art help us form deeper, meaningful connections with others. Plus, she shares helpful, fun, and low-stakes writing exercises that might encourage you to put pen to paper. Read Sarah’s poetry and more at kaysarahsera.com To learn more about "How to Be a Better Human," host Chris Duffy, or find footnotes and additional resources, please visit: go.ted.com/betterhuman