Pothos

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An ancient Greek word meaning the longing for that which is beautiful and unattainable, understood as an active rather than passive state, exemplified by Odysseus's homesickness.

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Susan Cain on Transforming Pain, Building Your Emotional Resilience, Exploring Sufi Wisdom, and More

Susan Cain on Transforming Pain, Building Your Emotional Resilience, Exploring Sufi Wisdom, and More

Tim Ferriss

An ancient Greek word meaning the longing for that which is beautiful and unattainable, understood as an active rather than passive state, exemplified by Odysseus's homesickness.