Poetry Unbound

Aracelis Girmay — Consider the Hands that Write this Letter

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Nov 16, 2020
In this conversation, Aracelis Girmay, a talented poet from Southern California residing in New York, delves into the intricate connection between the body and the act of writing. She explores the stories told by our hands, whether open or closed, and the intimacy involved in writing letters and poems. Girmay emphasizes mindfulness in the creative process and invites listeners to reflect on the gestures behind their writing. Her insights reveal the deep emotions and histories embedded in each stroke of the pen.
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Body Posture and Creative Process

  • Aracelis Girmay's poem explores the body's posture while writing.
  • It reflects prayer, focus, and the interplay between openness and closedness in creative work.
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Trapdoor of Creativity

  • The poem's trapdoor image symbolizes the tension in creative writing.
  • It represents balancing spontaneity with disciplined crafting.
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Creative Tension

  • Girmay's poem echoes Winnicott's idea of creative tension.
  • It explores the joy of hiding and the need to be found in creative expression.
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