The Daily Dad Allie Esiri On the Power of Poetry and Daily Reads
Mar 6, 2021
Allie Esiri, a writer and former actress known for her enlightening poetry anthologies, dives into the world of poetry's power. She discusses how daily poetry reading can deepen family bonds and foster joy. Esiri shares insights on the unique ritual of engaging with poetry and its intrinsic ties to life as an unfinished work. She also explores the enchanting nature of nonsense in poetry and the importance of intentionality in curating diverse collections. Tune in for a delightful chat that celebrates the beauty of both poetry and life!
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Daily Inspiration
- Embrace the daily page format for small doses of inspiration.
- It's less overwhelming than a whole book, promoting mindfulness.
Historical Precedent
- Daily readings have historical precedents, like the Torah's 52 chapters and Tolstoy's "A Calendar of Wisdom."
- Tolstoy considered his daily wisdom collection his most important work.
Stoics and Poetry
- The Stoics valued poetry, viewing life as a half-completed poem we must finish.
- They saw beauty in life's constraints, similar to poetry's structure.
