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The Validity of Pain: Exploring Comparative Suffering
In this chapter, the concept of comparative suffering is examined, highlighting that all pain is valid, regardless of its context. Insights from a Holocaust survivor underscore the importance of acknowledging one's own suffering for healing, while the interplay between pain and gratitude is discussed. The chapter also addresses the stigma surrounding mental health and emphasizes the need for connection and openness, culminating in a reflection on the therapeutic benefits of companionship, especially through the lens of pet ownership.