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Song of Myself
Song of Myself by Walt Whitman has been mentioned in 2 episodes across 1 podcast (1 episode recommends it and 1 episode discusses it), through . Most frequently brought up by Elizabeth Gilbert (2 episodes) on The Tim Ferriss Show (2 episodes).
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So the poems of Hafiz or roomie or Mary Oliver or Walt Whitman Song of Myself from Walt Whitman which is essentially just a big letter from love.
Elizabeth Gilbert · The Tim Ferriss Show · Sep 2024 Listen at 24:07 Why people recommend it
Song of Myself by Walt Whitman is a sprawling, celebratory epic poem that explores themes of democracy, identity, and the interconnectedness of all humanity. On an episode of The Tim Ferriss Show from September 2024, author Elizabeth Gilbert recommended Whitman's work, grouping it alongside the poetry of Hafiz, Rumi, and Mary Oliver, and describing the piece essentially as a large letter written from love that helps open the human heart. Earlier in July 2024, during another appearance on the same podcast alongside Jack Kornfield, Gilbert again referenced the American poet, discussing how Whitman's self-description in the poem deeply resonated with her and praising his unique ability to capture the human experience. Through these reflections, the podcast conversations emphasized the enduring emotional and spiritual power of Whitman's verse. Gilbert highlighted the text as a vital piece of literature capable of offering profound comfort, expanding personal perspective, and fostering a deep sense of universal connection for readers seeking solace and inspiration in their daily lives.
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Elizabeth Gilbert so the poems of Hafiz or roomie or Mary Oliver or Walt Whitman Song of Myself from Walt Whitman which is es… 2
“so the poems of Hafiz or roomie or Mary Oliver or Walt Whitman Song of Myself from Walt Whitman which is essentially just a big letter from love”
“another author who gets me is another poet who gets me is Walt Whitman and Walt Whitman saying describing himself in a Song of Myself”
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“and maybe it was from Reading Whitman you know do I contradict myself? Very well then I contradict myself. I am large I contain multitudes because I think that's what it is to be a human is to exercise some different version of yourself in these different circumstances”