Liminal Writing Season 5: Inspired by Khalil Gibran’s “Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls..."

Episode 3: Inspired by Khalil Gibran’s “Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars.”

In this episode of Liminal Writing, hosts Lee Moran and Ces Millado draw inspiration from a powerful line by Khalil Gibran: 'Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars.'

Both hosts engage in a 10-minute free flow writing exercise based on this line and share their reflections. Ces writes about physical and emotional scars, drawing from personal experiences, while Lee envisions a character born into a life not of their choosing, seeking solace in books.

They discuss how pain and scars shape individuals and the importance of kindness, especially in collaborative efforts for social change.

Listeners are encouraged to try their own Liminal Writing exercise to explore where inspiring lines may lead them.

00:30 Introducing the Poet and the Line

01:15 Ces' Reflection on Scars and Strength

02:26 Lee's Reflection on Inner Strength

03:19 Discussion on Writing and Personal Experiences

05:27 Philosophical Insights and Social Commentary

08:33 Conclusion and Farewell

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