On Why We Suffer and How We Heal | Dr. Suzan Song

About this episode

Dr. Suzan Song discusses the nature of suffering, resilience, and healing in the face of life's challenges.

You may know people who are seemingly unflappable. Steadfast. As if they’ve somehow been inoculated with antibodies to render them able to survive, strive, and even thrive through major life stressors and transitions. What’s different about these people? Are they born with resilient genes, or does culture play a role? Do they have certain outlooks or behaviors that make them able to manage life with grace and confidence? If so, are these skills that everyone can ...

People in this episode

Host: Joshua Steinfeldt

Guest: Dr. Suzan Song

Topics covered

• resilience
• suffering
• healing
• stress management
• personal growth

Keywords

• resilience
• healing
• stress
• personal development
• life transitions

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