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Brad Stulberg On Mastering Change With Science And Stoicism

The Daily Stoic

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Embracing Change: Tragic Optimism and Resilience

This chapter delves into the complexities of navigating significant life changes and the notion of tragic optimism, highlighting that acknowledging pain is vital without the compulsion to extract growth from suffering. It discusses how trauma can impact our perception of time and emphasizes the importance of social support and adaptability in our identities amidst transformations. Through various metaphors and theoretical insights, the chapter encourages embracing a flexible self-definition to foster resilience during challenging experiences.

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