Why does it hurt so much when we don't get what we want? Is disappointment an inevitable consequence of being a human being?
In this episode John talks about how an amazing capacity of the human mind, that no other animal has, can set us up for a war with reality. And in the process, create insane amounts of unnecessary suffering. Listen to find out:
How wanting things to be different causes us pain
Why our imagination is often the real source of our suffering
How developing our capacity for acceptance gives us more peace of mind

"Any reality gap that opens in your life is going to be a problem; it's going to cause you some pain and suffering. And closing the gap is the solution."
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