The Meaning of Sacrifice and the Significance of Discomfort

Growing up as a spoiled rich kid, I avoided discomfort and struggled with a shitty attitude. But when I started actively pursuing uncomfortable things, my life became richer and fuller. Sacrificing and pushing through challenges gives meaning to our experiences. Even in relationships, the more limitations and sacrifices we make, the more significant they feel. Marriage, for example, becomes more meaningful because of the social binding and the inconvenience of breaking up. It's surprising how much difference sacrificing for something can make in how we perceive its value.