In this episode, we explore the paradox of suffering—how it can be both painful and transformative. From personal struggles to athletic feats and academic pursuits, we discuss how the right kind of suffering can lead to growth, resilience, and achievement. With insights from psychology and philosophy, we challenge the idea of avoiding discomfort and instead embrace it as a catalyst for becoming better, stronger, and more fulfilled.

Links:

Suffering a healthy life - on the existential dimension of health (Binder, 2022)

Through Pediatrics to Psycho-Analysis (Winnicott, 2014)

Some key differences between a happy life and a meaningful life. (Beaumeister et al, 2016)