How to Be a Better Human

How to enrich your everyday life with poetry (with Sarah Kay)

Nov 29, 2021

Join poet and educator Sarah Kay as she breaks down the intimidation of poetry. Sarah reveals how finding the right poem can spark interest for everyone. She shares playful insights on the joy of language, emphasizing how writing can deepen our connections with others. Engaging exercises make poetry accessible and fun, urging listeners to embrace creativity. Plus, she highlights the importance of vulnerability in enhancing artistic expression and personal relationships. Tune in for a fresh perspective on enriching your life with poetry!

29:37

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Intro

5min

The Power of Poetry and Partnerships

6min

Embracing Wordplay in Daily Life

11min

Break for Commercial Highlights

2min

Embracing Vulnerability and Creativity

11min

Reflections on Poetry and Listener Engagement

3min

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

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