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Paul Garrigan shares his thoughts on the topic of 'Literalism'
Paul Garrigan shares his thoughts on the topic of 'Literalism'
Paul Garrigan shares his thoughts on the topic of 'Literalism'
Thursday 15th July 2021
Paul Garrigan joins MrTheraPOD on 'A Lust for Sober Life' to discuss how literalism can limit life and the value of metaphors. Tune in for fresh insights.
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Get the buttons here!Paul Garrigan on Literalism: How Rigid Thinking Can Stifle Life
Literalism squeezes the lifeblood out of everything, makes everything stale and useless.
Have you ever thought about how taking things too literally can limit your perspective? In this eye-opening episode of 'A Lust for Sober Life', Paul Garrigan joins MrTheraPOD to unpack the concept of literalism. Literalism is all about interpreting words and descriptions as exact representations of reality, which can lead to some pretty rigid thinking. Paul shares examples of how this mindset can be harmful, like when people look for evidence to support stereotypes, making life feel stale and restrictive.
He emphasizes the power of metaphors and stories to capture complex ideas without falling into the trap of literalism. The conversation also touches on the idea of emptiness and how mistaking descriptions for reality can lead us astray. By the end of the episode, you'll have a fresh perspective on how to use language more flexibly to enrich your life.
Whether you're on your own recovery journey or supporting someone else, this episode offers valuable insights that could change the way you see the world.