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Suffering's Unexpected Nature
- The Vedic worldview suggests suffering isn't inherent to humans.
- Suffering may offer a strange comfort, even potential for addiction.
Misconceptions about Suffering
- Western cultures often blame someone for suffering, influenced by guilt-based religions.
- The idea that suffering builds character lacks logic, given the world's immense suffering.
Hypochondria and Suffering as an Excuse
- Hypochondria, affecting nearly half of Americans, is a way to avoid social expectations.
- People might use suffering as an excuse for not fully participating.