On Being with Krista Tippett New From Poetry Unbound: A Series on Conflict and the Human Condition
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May 21, 2024 A special mini-season of Poetry Unbound explores conflict and the human condition through the lens of poetry. Pádraig delves into Wisława Szymborska's thought-provoking poem 'A Word on Statistics,' asking listeners to reflect on their beliefs and behaviors. The series showcases poetry as a powerful tool for introspection and understanding human dynamics.
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Using Poems In Conflict Resolution
- Pádraig Gautama used poems in conflict resolution sessions to illuminate human dynamics during division.
- He brought poetry to the room to help participants reflect on conflictground rules, vocation, and listening to others.
Poetry Illuminates Many Faces Of Conflict
- Poetry can reveal different faces of conflict, from fruitful disagreement to destructive war, by naming experiences and inviting reflection.
- The series pairs poems (Joy Harjo, Kavafi, Mossab Abutoh, Jericho Brown, Yehuda Amichai, Kai Cheng‑Tam) to explore distinct dimensions of conflict and the human condition.
Szymborska Uses Fake Stats To Probe Human Nature
- Wisława Szymborska's 'A Word on Statistics' uses invented statistics to prompt readers to examine beliefs about human nature.
- The poem lists traits (those who 'always know better', 'capable of happiness', 'worthy of empathy') to make listeners place themselves among them.