I love stories, whether they are fantastical fictional adventures or true life confessions. Sometimes, the stories are something in between.
I was looking around for a video to share with my literature students this term, and found this gem.
Chimamanda Adichie, a Nigerian writer, discusses a deep subject — how knowing only one story about anything limits our ability to understand each other. While the TED Talk shares her personal experiences in the one-story pitfall, its universality makes it a must-see for all students.
The human condition is as varied and unique as the persons who comprise it. I love her perspective. I especially love that it is based on the dignity of the human person. Enjoy.
I loved the Ted Talk about the ‘single story’. It brought back memories of things I read as a child and how I made generalizations about the things I read. I remember the first time I went to Germany and was so disappointed or maybe it was surprise that the people there dressed like us. I assumed that all Germans wore dirndls and lederhosen.
Yes. I had a moment of introspection. I like to be challenged, even though sometimes it smarts.