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What does it mean?
Whedon notes that life is often painful but occasionally offers surprising moments of relief.
In plain terms
Most of the time life is hard but sometimes it is okay.
What can you take from it?
Acknowledge the rare moments when things go well.

Where it applies

  • during hardship
  • after loss
  • daily struggle

Putting it to work

  • notice good moments
  • acknowledge reality
  • maintain perspective

Questions to consider

  • When did life last not suck?
  • What counts as relief?

Another view

This might downplay the severity of suffering.

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