Everything Happens with Kate Bowler Listen Again: Morgan Harper Nichols
Jan 28, 2025
Morgan Harper Nichols, an artist and poet renowned for her uplifting work, joins the conversation to explore the deeper truths of resilience and community. She emphasizes how reflections of hope can lift us during life's challenges. Morgan discusses the fusion of poetry and visual art as a means of personal expression, and the healing power of shared stories. The dialogue touches on the importance of safe spaces for discussing trauma, and how navigating doubts in faith can transform our art and self-discovery.
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The Poem That Started It All
- Morgan Harper Nichols wrote a poem in 2016 expressing her feelings of sadness and alienation from spiritual communities.
- This poem resonated with many people who had similar experiences, especially regarding racial reconciliation and political divides.
Cracks in Spiritual Communities
- The 2016 election exposed cracks in spiritual communities, particularly regarding racial reconciliation.
- The focus shifted from shared hearts to shared beliefs, creating divisions.
The Power of Reflection
- Morgan's art reflects people's stories, creating a sense of being known.
- She aims to provide a safe space for expressing pain and asking questions.
