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Language and loss
Language and loss
Language and loss
Saturday 6th November 2021
Julie Sedivy shares her journey of losing and reclaiming her native language, exploring emotional and cultural impacts on 'All In The Mind'.
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Get the buttons here!Rediscovering Words: Julie Sedivy's Journey Through Language Loss
Unfortunately, we're such a funny species, we only realize the value of something once we lose it.
Imagine waking up one day and realizing you've lost the ability to speak your native language. That's the reality for Julie Sedivy, a linguist and author who shares her compelling story in this episode of 'All In The Mind'. Hosted by Sanne Kadar, the episode dives into the emotional and cultural rollercoaster of losing and then reclaiming a language. Julie opens up about her personal journey, shedding light on what happens in the multilingual mind when a language is forgotten.
The conversation doesn't stop at personal anecdotes; it also explores broader themes like the psychological impact of language loss and its effects on identity and personality. You'll hear about the unique strengths that come with being bilingual and how different languages can coexist in the brain. The episode also touches on the cultural significance of language, especially for indigenous communities who are fighting to preserve their linguistic heritage.
Julie's insights offer a window into the profound connections between language and culture, making you think about how words shape our world. Whether you're a linguistics enthusiast or someone interested in the emotional aspects of language, this episode promises to be both enlightening and deeply moving. Julie's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring power of words.