Life Will Break Your Heart - Confronting Suffering and Success
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore a profound conversation between Kate Bowler, a young scholar of Christianity, and David Brooks as they delve into the complexities of human suffering, faith, and resilience. Learn about Bowler's personal journey from writing a book on the Christian concept of blessedness to facing a stage 4 cancer diagnosis at 35. Discover insights on how people respond to tragedy, the limitations of optimism, and the pitfalls of success-driven culture. Gain perspective on navigating life's challenges, understanding human frailty, and finding meaning in the face of adversity through this thought-provoking 56-minute talk from The Aspen Institute.
Syllabus
Life Will Break Your Heart
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
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