On Being with Krista Tippett

“How to Be a Poet (to remind myself)” by Wendell Berry

Apr 16, 2020
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ADVICE

Foundations for Writing Poetry

  • Make a place to sit down and be quiet to focus on poetry.
  • Depend on affection, reading, knowledge, and skill for inspiration and work.
ADVICE

Cultivate Patience and Doubt

  • Cultivate patience as it connects time to eternity in your work.
  • Doubt readers who like your poems to maintain humility and growth.
ADVICE

Stay Present and Avoid Distractions

  • Breathe freely and avoid modern distractions like electric wires and screens.
  • Communicate slowly and stay grounded in the sacredness of place.
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