Céline Santini: finding strength in our imperfections

About this episode

Céline Santini discusses the transformative power of embracing imperfections through the philosophy of kintsugi.

What if the cracks in our lives were not flaws to hide but stories to honor? In this conversation, Celine Santini explores the Japanese philosophy of kintsugi—repairing broken pottery with gold—and how this practice can transform our relationship with imperfection, resilience, and healing.

People in this episode

Host: bethbonness

Guest: Céline Santini

Topics covered

• imperfection
• resilience
• healing
• Japanese philosophy
• kintsugi

Keywords

• imperfections
• resilience
• healing
• kintsugi
• Japanese philosophy

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: kintsugi

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