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Live the Questions: Rilke on Embracing Uncertainty and Doubt as a Stabilizing Force
Maria Popovathemarginalian.org
A note on autonomy rooting from the mind.
Reminds me of Nicola Gratteri’s words on freedom - Italian prosecutor, who dedicated his life and career to take on Italy's most powerful mafia, the 'Ndrangheta. Being a high-profile target for the group’s kill list, Gratteri lives in constant danger and isn’t able to live a normal public life, so he developed mental freedom to maintain autonomy.
You can read more about his story here:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-63959241.amp
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The Chinese Farmer Story
Once upon a time there was a Chinese farmer whose horse ran away. That evening, all of his neighbors came around to commiserate. They said, “We are so sorry to hear your horse has run away. This is most unfortunate.” The farmer said, “Maybe.”
The next day the horse came back bringing seven wild horses
... See moreI’m often surprised by how receptive people are.
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Ways to die and
Funeral inspo. But also life inspiration. Hold space for inconveniences. Show up raw. Give space to the ugly versions of you so they can live and die.
The original poem this piece is built on is called ‘Tract’ - written by William Carlos William (whose work was a muse for the film Paterson).
