At first glance, the question seems almost unnecessary. We live in an age that worships individuality, celebrates diversity, and prizes authenticity. Everywhere we turn, the rhetoric is about breaking molds and living “your truth.” And yet, it’s precisely in this … Continua a leggere What does it mean to be a conformist today?
The article explores the concept of “almost-errors” in medicine, moments when potential mistakes are avoided. It discusses how medical interns rationalize these near misses, often viewing them through the lens of outcomes rather than intent. This normalization can erode empathy and hinder ethical learning, emphasizing the need for reflection on these experiences. Continua a leggere The Medicine of Almost
Il dialogo ci rende umani non per il suo contenuto, ma per la capacità di riconoscere l’altro e rispondere senza preconcetti. Questa interazione stimola la crescita dell’identità e consente l’emergere di una comprensione reciproca, trasformando l’esperienza condivisa in un’opportunità per una relazione più profonda e significativa. Continua a leggere Perché il dialogo ci rende umani?
Ci sono parole che ritornano con ostinazione quando l’esperienza umana si trova sul crinale: non per illuminare, ma per rendere visibile la zona d’ombra che ogni illuminazione comporta. Una di queste parole è contraddizione. La incontriamo nei momenti in cui … Continua a leggere Lo sguardo bifronte. Per una grammatica della contraddizione
The word “restanza” isn’t in most dictionaries. It doesn’t appear in headlines or policy papers. And yet, for many people—especially those living in places often dismissed as peripheral—it captures something essential. It speaks to the experience of staying not as … Continua a leggere The Unmapped Life. Living where categories fail
In an article published in la Repubblica on July 20, Umberto Galimberti brought attention back to a crucial fault line in our collective experience: indifference. Reflecting on the wars in Ukraine and Gaza, the philosopher argues that the escalation of … Continua a leggere The noise of indignation, the silence of action
We like to think dialogue is about arguments and ideas. But often, what really matters is what’s unspoken—the subtle architecture of space, silence, and presence. Before a word is exchanged, something invisible is already shaping the outcome. And sometimes, all it takes to shift a conversation is the courage to sit, and not speak—just yet. Continua a leggere Not Just Talking
The onset of a rare illness significantly disrupts an individual’s daily life, transforming the body from a transparent entity into a source of concern. This leads to existential discomfort and a fractured identity, as the person’s lived experience diverges from social perception. Acknowledgment and dialogue in medical practice are essential for effective care. Continua a leggere Beyond the silence of the body: medical anthropology and the healing vocation in rare diseases
The article explores the concept of liminality, illustrating how transitional moments in life shape identity and experience. Traditional societies embraced communal rituals to navigate these thresholds, unlike modern ceremonies that lack transformative power. This shift highlights a struggle between seeking intense experiences and the inability to genuinely confront pivotal life changes, embodying existential tension central to humanity. Continua a leggere Inverted Proteus: liminality and anthropological impoverishment in the crisis of modern identity
1. La testimonianza del primario di medicina interna… Una mattina come tante nel mio reparto di Medicina Interna, finché non ho visto arrivare il signor Bianchi, 78 anni, accompagnato dalla figlia in lacrime. Erano stati in Pronto Soccorso la sera … Continua a leggere Quando i reparti non si parlano. Come il dialogo può prevenire gli errori medici e migliorare l’esperienza del paziente
Esercizi di vita desta 