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Alain de Botton with Richard E. Grant

The Penguin Podcast

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The Complexity of Love: Bach and Human Emotion

This chapter explores the influence of J.S. Bach's music on our understanding of love and relationships, particularly through the lens of the B minor mass. It addresses the challenges of navigating long-term partnerships, societal expectations, and the need for personal growth amidst the complexities of parenthood and fidelity. The speakers engage in a deep conversation about the skill of love, the realities of human emotion, and the acceptance of imperfections in relationships.

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