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EPISODE · Jan 1, 2026 · 7 MIN

That Strand of Hair on Your Head

from The Everyday Human · host Eastin DeVerna

January: On ExistenceTo kick off a year of reflections, we begin in January with looking at the meaning of existence. Today's reflection was inspired by Stephen Crane and his poem "A Man Said to the Universe." We look at what it means to be here and ask whether or not we're owed anything by the universe just for existing.Reflection title: That Strand of Hair on Your HeadCreative inspiration: Stephen Crane's "A Man Said to the Universe"Reflection Question: What am I owed?* Am I getting to work with the time I have and doing something worthwhile—or am I waiting around for something just because I’m here?*Trick question

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