We love language, and this series features words from various languages around the world that capture universal, but complicated, human emotions or situations. It’s fun and (gasp!) educational, too!
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Today’s lesson, in a Zen mood:
Wabi-sabi— It is a compound word with a long history, and carries a lot of meaning. Put succinctly, it’s a way of living that emphasizes finding beauty in imperfection, and accepting the natural cycle of growth and decay. Read a great analysis of this concept here.
Source: Beyond Words, The ALTA Blog
