Thanks for watching! Tune in for weekly episodes. Any recommendations of who I should talk with next?? Leave a comment. @livingthelaylife  on all socialsEpisode Summary:In this conversation, Michael explores the concept of suffering, distinguishing between pain and struggle. He emphasizes the importance of acceptance in managing suffering through Acceptance Commitment Therapy. By recognizing and making room for our experiences, we can reduce unnecessary struggle and enhance our emotional resilience.Main Takeaways:Suffering is defined as pain plus struggle.Struggle can be eliminated, but pain cannot.Acceptance is crucial in managing suffering.Recognizing our suffering is the first step.Making room for suffering can reduce its impact.Stress tolerance involves embracing our experiences.Breath can be a tool for emotional regulation.Wrestling with emotions often increases suffering.Acceptance Commitment Therapy focuses on acceptance first.Emotional resilience is built through understanding and acceptance.