Even the most minor splinters can cause pain that tests one’s endurance. This metaphor reflects the daily struggles faced by many around the world. What kind of tweezers can help us find relief?

Interestingly, smaller splinters may require more effort and determination to remove. They can be more profound or more challenging to reach, often going unnoticed until they become infected, compounding the pain of removal with the original discomfort.

In today’s episode 42 of the “Patient Zero” podcast, we explore life’s original ‘12 Step Program’ for dealing with pain, from the smallest to the largest mental splinters.

Release date: 02-25-26

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