Our first instinct in life is to shy away from pain. We all have our struggles and challenges to overcome. Once we’re done with a traumatic experience, we want to pack our feelings away and forget it ever happened. But, our efforts to avoid discomfort and suffering often lead to bad coping mechanisms.
I have been fortunate to be able to visit various places like Africa, India, Bhutan and Venice and am now reflecting upon the lessons those travels have taught me.
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