The Terrible Paradox of Self-Awareness | Fernando Pessoa

This book explores how awareness can be both a gift and a curse, meditating on the pains and wonders of existence, and striving to live well within the paradox of our being. In this video, we explore a mysterious yet beautiful work of literature produced by one of the most interesting writers of...

13 min - Philosophy & Big Ideas - Pursuit of Wonder

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