Why We Suffer And How To Actually Heal: Trauma, Anxiety & Mental Health Explained with Dr. Suzan Song
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Dr. Meenal Agarwal discusses the science and psychology of suffering and healing with Dr. Suzan Song.
What if the problem isn't that we're weak, but that we were never taught how to suffer well? 1 in 5 adults live with a mental health condition. Anxiety and depression have doubled in young people. And despite more tools than ever, burnout and loneliness continue to rise. In this episode of Uncover Your Eyes, Dr. Meenal Agarwal sits down with Dr. Suzan Song, psychiatrist, global humanitarian, and author of Why We Suffer and How We Heal, to unpack the science and psychology behind suffering, trauma, and true healing. In this episode you'll uncover: 🎧The difference between pain vs. suffering (and why it matters) 🎧What actually causes suffering at a biological + psychological level 🎧Why coping and "pushing through" often don't lead to healing 🎧The role of ritual, meaning, and nervous system safety 🎧Why modern life is increasing overwhelm, anxiety, and burnout This episode is for anyone who feels overwhelmed, anxious, or burnt out, has been told to "just be resilient," and wants a deeper, science-backed understanding of healing. At Uncover Your Eyes, Dr. Meenal Agarwal brings you conversations at the intersection of healthcare innovation, longevity science, mental health, and…
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