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Build The Life You Want | Arthur Brooks

The Daily Stoic

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Embrace Suffering and Live Fully

Suffering is inevitable in life, and it's essential to embrace it rather than seek constant pleasure. Being fully alive involves grappling with challenges and remaining unfazed by hardships. Victor Frankl's experiences show that finding purpose and meaning can lead to happiness despite adversities. Enduring suffering and working through challenges require effort and perseverance, not just innate optimism. By embracing suffering and choosing to say 'yes to life in spite of everything,' one can find resilience, growth, and true fulfillment.

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