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What Is the Nature of Being Alone? (Stephen A. Gregg and Asad Tarsin)

Renovatio: The Podcast

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The Relationship Between Solitude and Suffering

CNN's John Sutter asked a monk to explain the relationship between solitude and suffering. The author said he had originally just intended to talk about some of the positive aspects, but it became clear that there was more at play. He says even physical pain can be an invitation for people to share their experiences with others. "The ultimate suffering is not god inflicting a penalty on you"

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