Episode Title
Pause for Peace: Elizabeth Carlson's "Imperfection" – A Love Song to Our Messy, Beautiful Selves
Episode Description
In this Midweek Pause for Peace episode, host Laura Davis shares poet Elizabeth Carlson's joyful poem "Imperfection," a celebration of all the ways we fall delightfully short of perfect—and why that's exactly as it should be. Laura pairs this lighthearted poem with peaceful imagery to offer listeners permission to embrace their beautifully imperfect selves.
What Laura Covers in This Episode
Elizabeth Carlson's complete poem celebrating the art of being imperfect
Learning to love our quirks, from forgetfulness to chipped nail polish
Choosing to waste time listening to the rain or lying underneath a purring cat
The shift from crossing things off lists to seeking an empty mind and formless shapes
About Host Laura Davis
Laura Davis is an acclaimed author and writing teacher with over 35 years of experience helping writers craft powerful, authentic stories. She is the author of seven books, including the award-winning memoir "The Burning Light of Two Stars," which won the BookLife Prize in 2021. Laura is also co-author of the groundbreaking book "The Courage to Heal."
Through her Midweek Pause for Peace podcast series, Laura pairs carefully selected poetry with peaceful imagery to support listeners' emotional wellness and nervous system regulation.
Each week, host Laura Davis pairs beautiful imagery with meaningful poetry, offering listeners a respite for both heart and nervous system. These midweek pauses provide essential moments of reflection, healing, and inspiration in our complex world.
Perfect for: Anyone seeking Laura Davis' signature blend of poetry and peace, those managing stress and anxiety, and listeners who appreciate thoughtful, heart-centered content.
About the Featured Poet
Elizabeth Carlson's poem "Imperfection" appears in Teaching with Fire: Poetry That Sustains the Courage to Teach.
Writing Prompt
Write a love song to your imperfections.
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