Our book club started as a way to discuss serious literature, but we've evolved into this group that finds unintentional comedy in tragic novels - not mocking them, but noticing the absurd humanity in even the saddest stories. Now one member thinks we're being disrespectful and wants us to be more 'appropriate,' and we're all confused about whether our approach is wisdom or irreverence.
More people experience this than they realize.
Finding lightness in darkness can be either profound insight or defensive avoidance, and the line between them shifts with perspective.
“Where Are You with Japanese aesthetic play — mono no aware in comedy?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.