This collection from On Being explores how beauty, wonder, and awe can transform our daily lives and help us connect with others. The featured conversations include Irish philosopher John O'Donohue discussing beauty as a human calling and how we can find meaning in life's invisible connections. Scientists like Dacher Keltner explain how experiencing awe actually boosts our health and brings people together.
Biomimicry expert Janine Benyus shows how nature can teach us to solve problems and heal trauma. Ornithologist J. Drew Lanham shares how observing birds reveals deeper truths about our world.
These conversations blend ancient wisdom with modern science to help us understand how beauty, wonder, and connection to nature can guide us through difficult times. Each episode offers practical ways to notice the extraordinary in ordinary moments and build stronger communities through shared experiences of awe.