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Jun 2023
9m 9s

Words with Meaning: Farewell Letter

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About this episode

Letting go is never easy. 

In this 9 minute episode esteemed poet David Whyte and Sarah Grynberg explore the profound emotions of letting go in his poem "Farewell Letter." With exquisite language and wisdom, Whyte captures the bittersweet essence of endings and the transformative power of embracing change.

If you long for a profound change in your life, their insightful discussion explores the universal experience of farewells, inviting you to confront attachments and discover solace in the cyclical nature of existence.

Full podcast interview with David Whyte: bit.ly/42uQU1z

If you enjoyed this episode here are two more for you to listen to:

Words with Meaning: The Facts Of Life: bit.ly/3qxseZ2

Words with Meaning: Two Bodies One Soul: bit.ly/3P0vUg6

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