For valuing your own suffering sets on it the gold of a sun of pride. Suffering a lot can originate the illusion of being the Chosen of Pain.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Pride in one's suffering can create a false sense of being chosen.
- In plain terms
- Valuing your pain can make you feel special or chosen.
- What can you take from it?
- Avoid turning your suffering into a source of pride.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is suffering a badge of honor?
- Why do we value pain?
Another view
Acknowledging suffering can sometimes help heal rather than hurt.
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