Have you ever wondered why we suffer? It’s easy to see it as a curse, but what if suffering is actually a gift from the universe, an essential part of our existence?

People often see suffering as an everlasting curse on humanity. But honestly, it’s just another gift from the universe. I’m not saying we deserve to suffer; rather, life was given to us in this way. Without suffering, we’d struggle to perceive paradise. Humans are meant to experience a range of emotions, and suffering is part of that spectrum. Some believe any emotion other than happiness or other positive feelings is considered suffering, but these are just emotions. We need them to be human, to truly live. Even in a world with the most perfect life, individuals would still question perfection. Due to the complexity and curiosity of humans, we delve into the idea of suffering, thinking it’s universal. We think our purpose is to break free from it, but in reality, suffering shapes who we are.

Humans tend to get frustrated with the loss of control in their lives. Since they can’t control what is around them, they feel like a speck in this world. Society has shaped us to think this way. Because of the constant thought of this never-ending cycle of life, people worry and start digging themselves into a hole. They drag themselves down until they die. We live in a cycle of constantly chasing after things and seeking satisfaction in life, forgetting about everything around us. Because of this, we forget about balance. The desire to reach a state of satisfaction leads to suffering within.

If you think about it, there isn’t necessarily a reason why we suffer, and there isn’t a single answer for it. All I know is that it exists in every single one of us. Perhaps the key lies in accepting suffering as a fundamental part of our existence and learning from it, allowing it to shape us into more empathetic and resilient individuals.