Tricycle Talks Forever a Student with Sarah Ruhl
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Jul 9, 2025 In this engaging conversation, Sarah Ruhl, a celebrated playwright, poet, and professor, shares insights from her new essay collection, reflecting on the profound lessons learned from teachers throughout her life. She discusses the significance of authentic listening, the challenges of technology on real connections, and the transformative value of art in addressing grief. Ruhl also highlights the invaluable lessons from non-traditional teachers and the impact of loving relationships, underscoring her belief in lifelong learning and the beauty of spontaneity in human interactions.
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Life as Continuous Learning
- View obstacles as teachers to keep learning from life9s challenges.
- Maintain student-like curiosity to avoid becoming closed or smug in your thinking.
Listening as a Discipline
- Practice truly listening by focusing on others without planning your response.
- Deep listening creates healing and presence, enhancing connection in theater and life.
Limitations of Digital Learning
- Smartphones give information but lack relational presence and feedback.
- Learning from videos misses the sacred exchange found in live teacher-student interactions.
