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You're listening to TED Talks Daily, where we bring you new ideas to spark your curiosity every day.

I'm your host, Elise Hu.

Today, we're sharing a talk by poet David Larby, who asks the question, what if joy isn't something that only shows up in life's biggest moments, but something quietly waiting for us every day?

David reflects on the strange yet beautiful balance between sadness, resilience, and the small ordinary moments that make life feel lighter, like stopping to appreciate the perfect bite of food.

He offers us a gentle reminder that even when things feel like they're falling apart and life starts to feel too complicated, there are cracks where light gets in.

And maybe it's just a matter of learning where to look.

That's coming up right after a short break.

That was David Larby at TED Next 2025.

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