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The Harper’s Podcast
The Eros Monster
Mar 7, 2022
Philosopher Agnes Callard and web editor Violet Lucca discuss the power and ethical implications of eros. They explore its depiction in history, the challenges of writing about sex, and the concepts of civility and loneliness. The podcast delves into personal struggles, the difficulty of objective storytelling, private worlds in relationships, and the emotional experiences of selfishness and loneliness.
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- The concept of arrows, or intense eroticism, can lead to a loss of civility and personal identity within a relationship, as well as the struggle to create a sense of 'we' and the influence of societal expectations.
- The experience of arrows can result in profound loneliness and isolation, showcasing the challenge of finding shared understanding and creating a 'we' while grappling with the intense selfishness and predictability of behavior.
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The Paradox of Arrows
Arrows, or the experience of interstitial eroticism, is a paradoxical and transformative period that engulfs individuals. It controls their thoughts, leaving them preoccupied with doubts about their relationship and personal insecurities. The desire for arrows to end becomes a dominant theme, fueling fantasies of escaping the intense emotional turmoil. In this state, civility is seen as the antithesis of arrows, representing a loss of self-control and a surrender of personal identity to the relationship. The struggle to create a sense of 'we' and the influence of societal expectations on arrows are explored. Additionally, the imbalance of power and the challenge of finding an ethical response to arrows are discussed through the lens of Plato's philosophy. While the experience of arrows is often portrayed as a horror story, this podcast delves into the topic with a more playful approach, offering insights into the pain, longing, and unyielding nature of arrows.
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