Why do we use “literally” figuratively? Does conveying an "emotional truth" justify making things up? And are Angela’s kids really starving or just hungry?
Sorry if it's not a meme, I've not heard of it.
I'm Angela Duckworth.
I'm Mike Mann, and you're listening to.
No stupid questions today on the show.
Where is the line between a little exaggeration and outright lying?
I have to confess to you that I am guilty of using literally.
Figuratively.
Okay, Angela, today we have a question from.
Wait for it.
Marty from Melbourne.
Oh, I thought it might be Marty Seligman.
I know, but no, Marty from Melbourne.
It's Marty from Melbourne.
And let me first say that Melbourne is one of my favorite places in the entire world.
My parents lived there for a time after they retired, and I fell in love with Melbourne the moment I walked into that city.
By the way, is this how you say it?
You don't say Melbourne?
Well, you do if you're from Texas or something.
Or from New Jersey.
Okay, but let's get to Marty from Melbourne's question.