036: The wild wisdom of Zorba the Greek

December 14, 2020 00:36:11
036: The wild wisdom of Zorba the Greek
Inner Work with Steli Efti
036: The wild wisdom of Zorba the Greek

Dec 14 2020 | 00:36:11

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Show Notes

One of my favorite reads of this year was Zorba the Greek by Nikos Kazantzakis. I love Zorba’s practical wisdom and zest for life. He manages to see the everything and everybody as a miracle worth celebrating, while also recognizing that we’re all just sacks of bones and flesh and flaws, and that everything we do is probably meaningless in the end. In many ways, he’s embodying the principles of inner work for me. If there’s a man who’s mastered the art of living in the present moment, it’s Zorba.

This book has made me laugh, feel sad, think deeply, and moved me in many more ways. In this episode, I share my favorite from the book—and hopefully inspire a few of you to read this beautiful story.

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