How to find humor in life's absurdity

by Maira Kalman

Artist & writer Maira Kalman reflects on life, death, dinner parties, walking, Not knowing the right answers, the joys of dancing down 5th Ave, and more. This TED Talk is interwoven with her delightful paintings and her keen insight into the absurdities of life.

A few of my favorite quotes/topics from this talk;

• On creativity "....you are not bound to love one thing, a truly liberating notion."

• On inconsistencies- "Everything is in conflict,..[but].in the midst of that confusion and that tumult,

• On Self-loathing-"Self-loathing” is a truly ugly expression,...on the other hand...."

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Watch the TED Talk here:

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My favorite section though is "Women Holding Things".

Here is a link to her book with the same title https://www.amazon.com/Women-Holding-Things-Maira-Kalman/dp/0062846671

What stood out to you?