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Making Sense with Sam Harris

#147 — Stephen Fry

Jan 28, 2019
45:39

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Quick takeaways

  • Stephen Fry attributes his diverse range of talents and pursuits to his inherent curiosity and ambition, which leads him to pursue various creative outlets including comedy, writing, and acting.
  • Sam Harris and Stephen Fry discuss the transformative power of art, music, and poetry, highlighting how engaging with artistic expressions can evoke profound emotions, broaden perspectives, and enhance awareness of the beauty and essence of things.

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The Power of Creative Output

Stephen Fry discusses the various creative outlets he has pursued, including comedy, writing, and acting. Writing, in particular, gives him deep satisfaction and serves as a source of inspiration and accomplishment. He attributes his diverse range of talents and pursuits to his inherent curiosity and ambition. While he acknowledges the value of negative emotions like anger and sadness in fueling creativity, he also recognizes the benefits of being able to find a balance and choose the emotional states that are most productive in the creative process.

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