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My Own Shakespeare
Gyles Brandreth
May 21, 2012
Broadcaster Gyles Brandreth discusses the modern dating trend of seeing multiple people at once and the exhaustion it can bring. He also talks about the powerful themes of forgiveness and catharsis found in King Lear.
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- Gyles Brandreth expresses his lifelong fascination with Shakespeare and his love for King Lear, particularly the impact of the final scene with Lear and Cordelia.
- The powerful speech by Lear about forgiveness and catharsis highlights the inexplicable magic that Shakespeare's works possess.
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Dating multiple people simultaneously is becoming more accepted
According to a recent dating diaries report by E-Harmony, 45% of Gen Z singles are comfortable dating more than one person at the same time. While this practice is deemed acceptable as long as there is honesty, constantly searching for a genuine connection with multiple individuals can be exhausting.
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