Poetry Unbound

Joy Harjo — Poems as Teachers | Ep 2

May 13, 2024

Joy Harjo, 23rd Poet Laureate of the US, discusses conflict resolution through poetry, emphasizing humility, justice, and land acknowledgment. Explore the interconnectedness of all beings and the importance of understanding our place in the world through her powerful verses.

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Effective conflict resolution requires understanding different perspectives and addressing underlying issues.

Establishing ground rules, recognizing the significance of lands, and respecting all living beings are crucial for fostering respectful dialogue during conflict resolution.

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The Importance of Understanding in Conflict Mediation

In conflict mediation, understanding plays a crucial role. Learning to understand others and address conflicts stems from the desire to comprehend different perspectives. The importance lies in helping individuals navigate conflicts by grasping the underlying issues that lead to misunderstandings and disagreements. By embracing various conflict resolution models, individuals can develop a strong yet flexible approach to resolving conflicts.

Continuous Adaptation in Conflict Mediation

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Introduction

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Exploration of Ground Rules and Land Acknowledgment in Conflict Resolution Poetry

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Exploring Conflict Resolution through Shared Chocolate and Walking

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Exploring Conflict Resolution Through Poetic Interpretation

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Exploration of Identity and Connection with the World through Poetry

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As appealing as it may sound, is it really possible to live in a world completely free of conflict? No. And since differences and disagreements are inevitable and natural, Joy Harjo gives ground rules in “Conflict Resolution for Holy Beings.” Her call to us echoes across time and space — a call to listen, to humility, to justice, and to recognizing the land, the living, the dead, the not-yet-living.

Joy Harjo is a member of the Muscogee Creek Nation and the 23rd Poet Laureate of the United States. She is the author of 10 books of poetry, including An American Sunrise, Conflict Resolution for Holy Beings, and She Had Some Horses, and the memoirs Crazy Brave and Poet Warrior. Her most recent poetry collection is Weaving Sundown in a Scarlet Light: Fifty Poems for Fifty Years. She’s also produced several award-winning albums of music, including her most recent, I Pray for My Enemies.

Find the transcript for this show at onbeing.org.

We’re pleased to offer two sections of Joy Harjo’s longer poem, and invite you to read Pádraig’s weekly Poetry Unbound Substack, read the Poetry Unbound book, or listen back to all our episodes.

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Poetry Unbound

Joy Harjo — Poems as Teachers | Ep 2

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

The Importance of Understanding in Conflict Mediation

Setting Ground Rules for Conflict Resolution

Eliminating Negative Attitudes to Enhance Conflict Resolution

Continuous Adaptation in Conflict Mediation

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts