
Dana Gioia on Learning, Poetry, and Studying with Miss Bishop
EconTalk
The central experience of having children
Having children is considered a central part of the human experience, providing continuity and the chance to embrace the life force itself. The speaker believes that growing something from the earth and experiencing parenthood is a fundamental experience, comparable to visiting exotic places. The speaker emphasizes the unique value of experiencing parenthood and suggests that it is a basic human wisdom to embrace the life force.
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