Episode 580 - Pain is inevitable in this life, we will all go through it some day. Suffering, on the other hand, is an option. You create your own suffering. The problem with that is that most people are constantly putting themselves through suffering by reliving terrible moments of their past or wishing the would have done something differently. In this epi ... Show More
Yesterday
How to Eliminate Your Self-Sabotage
What if the reason you keep procrastinating, overthinking, or self-sabotaging is because your brain is trying to protect the identity you’ve always had? In this episode, I break down why self-sabotage happens, how discipline and self-accountability help you push through it, and h ... Show More
17m 15s
Sep 14
How to Build Real Self-Esteem
What if the reason you struggle with self-love is because you were never taught to fully accept yourself? In this episode, I break down how childhood conditioning, self-judgment, and the need for external approval can shape the way you see yourself, and why true self-love starts ... Show More
18m 42s
Feb 2024
#470 Pain Is Inevitable, But Suffering Is Optional
<p>Pain is <strong>inevitable</strong> because it's a natural part of being human. We experience challenges, losses, and setbacks, leading to unavoidable emotional and sometimes physical pain.</p> <p><strong>Suffering</strong>, however, is not just the pain itself. It's the <stro ... Show More
14m 42s
Jul 2021
Pain Is Inevitable—Here's How to Make Suffering Optional
Pain and suffering aren't the same. You can ease suffering by gently peeling back layers of worry, regret, complaint, and unhelpful story-telling to get to the pain inside.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular upd ... Show More
15m 12s
Apr 2025
RE-RELEASE: How To Stop Suffering
Today, John explores the concept of suffering and emphasizes that it’s often tied to resistance, attachment, and a lack of self-awareness. He also discusses how to shift from suffering to a more fulfilling life, highlighting the importance of self-discovery, pursuing dreams, and ... Show More
21m 7s
Dec 2024
2425: Pain Is Inevitable; Suffering Is Optional by Richard Paterson of Think Less and Grow Rich on How To Transform Adversity Into Growth
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2425: This thought-provoking piece explores the distinction between pain and suffering, emphasizing that while pain is a na ... Show More
10m 29s