Breaking news Quote by Naomi Shihab Nye
““I do think that all of us think in poems. I think of a poem as being deeper than headline news. You know how they talk about breaking news all the time, that -- if too much breaking news, trying to absorb all the breaking news, you start feeling really broken. And you need something that takes you to a place that's a little more timeless, that kind of gives you a place to stand to look out at all these things. Otherwise, you just feel assaulted by all of the tragedy in the world.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: NPR Fresh Air, Host Terry Gross, 2015
Poetry offers a timeless refuge that steadies us against the relentless flood of breaking news and tragedy.
In simple terms: Poetry steadies us amid constant news.
Key Takeaway
Seek poetry for calm perspective.
Themes
reflection
media
timelessness
Mood
contemplative
soothing
Type
reflective
inspirational
When to use this quote
- commuting
- social media scrolling
- news fatigue
- stress relief
Key Concepts
poetry
news overload
mental health
Questions to Reflect On
- How does poetry change your perception of daily news?
- Can you find a poem that steadies you?
A Different Perspective
Poetry may not reach everyone equally, especially those without access or interest.
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