Navigating Life's Invitations Through Poetry and Prose | David Whyte | Insights at the Edge Podcast

Tami Simon engages in a profound conversation with David Whyte, the bestselling author of ten poetry books, three prose works, and the celebrated Sounds True audio program "What to Remember When Waking." David Whyte shares his unique perspective on the revelatory power of poetry, which can surprise us with new understanding and take hold of our being.
Throughout the discussion, Tami and David explore various facets of life's journey, including the importance of having courageous conversations, the generative potential of "a well-felt sadness," and the art of reframing regret. David Whyte introduces his concept of invitational leadership, which involves seven key steps, and delves into the notion of "robust vulnerability" - the willingness to choose the path we truly care about.
The conversation also touches upon the themes of anguish, anxiety, and learning to be comfortable with the unknown. Whyte emphasizes the significance of letting go and "apprenticing ourselves to our own disappearance" as we navigate the constant invitation to engage with life.
Whether you're a lover of poetry, a seeker of personal growth, or a curious explorer of life's profound questions, this podcast offers a wealth of wisdom and inspiration from one of the most insightful voices of our time.
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Learn more about David Whyte's poetry, events, and leadership work ► www.davidwhyte.com and www.invitas.net
This episode originally aired on Sounds True One, where these special episodes of Insights at the Edge are available to watch ad-free and live on video with exclusive access to Q&As with our guests.
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What to Remember When Waking By David Whyte
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[@michaelacarr1931]

What an absolute treat. Such a beautiful and gifted soul. My sincere appreciation for this treasure of an interview.

[@peacelovejoy8786]

The ad's are relentless! It's every 7mins ugh ... how come most videos I listen to do not have ads?

[@zsazrutkowski601]

in order to avoid the ads you have to pay a monthly fee to KZbin. it's really worth it for me. I think it's about $10 a month

[@mbgghh6543]

The channel can decide how frequently ads are shown, if at all.

[@peacelovejoy8786]

@@mbgghh6543 I know, that's why I'm suprised Tami allows so many ads or any at all🧐

[@peacelovejoy8786]

@@zsazrutkowski601 That's absolutely not true. The channel can stop ads when ever they want...

[@zsazrutkowski601]

@@peacelovejoy8786 yes, adds are placed at the channels discretion and yes, in order to ensure you avoid adds you can pay fee. I do it. it's useful to me.

[@mbgghh6543]

Wow, I haven’t listened to Tammy Simon for about 10 years. She used to have such a calm, even tone. I still have to thank her though, she’s how I found out about David Whyte all those years ago.

[@heatherpaz730]

The Bell and the Blackbird- I was rendered defenseless and abducted, carried away, shaken, awakened.

[@kalena26]

This man. Wow! Thank you.

[@Kelbelle-gt3dl]

✨🕯️♥️💫✨ thanks to both of you for this deep and lovely conversation 🕯️✨

[@Freer07]

This conversation is so replete. I’m so glad to have stumbled on David Whyt, my cup is filling and filling.

[@aurelienyonrac]

Ever 4 mn😅