Suffering is a part of existence from "summary" of Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Emil Frankl
In life, suffering is an inevitable part of our existence. It is a universal experience that transcends cultures, backgrounds, and beliefs. While the degree and nature of suffering may vary from person to person, the fact remains that we all must confront it at some point in our lives. Suffering can take many forms - physical pain, emotional anguish, psychological distress. It can be caused by external circumstances beyond our control, such as illness, loss, or trauma. It can also stem from internal sources, such as fear, anxiety, or despair. Regardless of its origins, suffering is a fundamental aspect of the human condition. However, it is not the suffering itself that defines us, but rather how we choose to respond to it. In the face of adversity, we have...
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