Elizabeth Gilbert on failure and forgiveness

The video explores the themes of love, failure, and personal growth through the lens of Jack Gilbert's poem 'Failing and Flying'. It reflects on the importance of making decisions based on current knowledge and forgiving oneself for past choices. The speaker shares personal anecdotes, including advice from their mother about decision-making and the inevitability of life's journey.

What is the central theme of Jack Gilbert's poem as discussed in the video?

• The beauty of nature

• The importance of love

• The inevitability of failure

• The triumph of Icarus

According to the speaker, what is essential when a relationship ends?

• Ignoring the past

• Embracing the journey

• Blaming the other person

• Seeking revenge

What role did the speaker's mother play at Planned Parenthood?

• She was a counselor

• She was a receptionist

• She was a volunteer

• She was a doctor

What advice did the speaker's mother give to young women facing difficult decisions?

• Forgive yourself for past choices

• Avoid making any decisions

• Rely on others to make decisions

• Always choose the easiest path

What does the speaker emphasize about making life decisions?

• Decisions should be based on current knowledge

• Decisions should be made with future knowledge

• Decisions should be made by others

• Decisions should be avoided

How does the speaker suggest we handle subsequent information that challenges past decisions?

• Forgive ourselves for what we didn't know

• Change the past decisions immediately

• Use it to blame others

• Ignore it completely

What is the speaker's view on living in fear of making decisions?

• It leads to happiness

• It is the best way to avoid mistakes

• It prevents personal growth

• It is a safe approach