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Ellen Bass: Ellen Bass on the Power of Poetry in Your Life

Wednesday 21st February 2018

Ellen Bass talks about how poetry can transform your life, sharing insights on creativity, humor, and embracing challenges on 'The One You Feed'.
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Ellen Bass on How Poetry Can Transform Your Life

Writing poetry - as well as reading it - is an inquiry more than a description.
Have you ever wondered how poetry can touch your life in unexpected ways? Ellen Bass, Chancellor of the Academy of American Poets, joins Eric Zimmer on 'The One You Feed' to explore this very idea. Ellen’s work is celebrated for its raw beauty, humor, and deep truth. In this episode, she shares some of her poems and reflects on her creative journey, offering a fresh perspective on how poetry isn't just about describing life but inquiring into it.
She believes that both the 'good wolf' and the 'bad wolf'—the light and dark parts of our experiences—deserve a place in our poetic expressions. Ellen’s insights reveal how writing and reading poetry can be a powerful way to process emotions and find meaning in everyday moments. She also discusses the role of metaphor, which she calls a 'holy labor', in expanding our understanding of life.
Throughout the conversation, Ellen emphasizes the importance of paying attention to the world around us, finding humor even in difficult times, and embracing life's challenges as opportunities for growth. This episode is perfect for anyone curious about the transformative power of poetry, whether you're a seasoned poet or just starting to explore this art form.