We Made It Weird #221

In 'Cherished Belonging,' Gregory Boyle calls back to Christianity’s origins as a subversive spiritual movement of equality, emancipation, and peace. The book emphasizes two core principles: everyone is unshakably good and we belong to each other. Boyle advocates for a new way of seeing the world through a lens of connection, kindness, and compassion. He argues that by cherishing and nurturing our connections, we can create safe and healing communities, even in the most divided times.

Written around 1603, 'Othello' is a tragedy that delves into the destructive nature of jealousy and the vulnerability of trust in relationships. The play follows Othello, a Moorish general in the Venetian army, whose marriage to Desdemona is manipulated by his ensign Iago, leading to tragic consequences. Iago exploits Othello’s insecurities about his race and marriage, sowing seeds of doubt that ultimately result in the death of Desdemona and Othello's own downfall. The play is renowned for its exploration of racial and cultural issues, as well as its nuanced portrayal of human nature and the complexities of love and trust.