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Can pain and suffering sweeten our lives?

Can pain and suffering sweeten our lives?

Life Examined

December 31, 202351m 0s

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Show Notes

Jonathan Bastian talks with psychologist Paul Bloom about the role that hardship and pain play in living a good life. Bloom, author of  “The Sweet Spot,” explores why — from running a marathon to eating spicy food — suffering helps us to thrive and gives us satisfaction.



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