The Wisdom of African Proverbs
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Emotional Intelligence, Daily. Start now: https://www.theschooloflife.com/subscription/ Wisdom is often lost in translation—or worse, in repetition. This film explores why "homely" Western sayings like "look before you leap" have lost their bite through over-exposure, and why we must turn to the vibrant traditions of Sub-Saharan Africa for fresh perspective. From the Yoruba to the Maasai, discover how these acerbic, melancholy, and witty observations provide the "sauce" for the bowl of life. #Wisdom #AfricanCulture #Philosophy #MentalHealth #Proverbs #TheSchoolOfLife Unlock all the content of The School of Life with a subscription to our podcast, articles, videos, and exercises, specially tailored to your needs. Get weekly insights for better relationships, deeper self-knowledge, and inner calm straight to your inbox. Sign up for more ideas, plus 10% off your first shop order: https://www.theschooloflife.com/signup/ You can read more on this and other subjects in our articles, here:
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