What We Gain from Pain

<p>We've all heard the saying, "What doesn't kill you makes you stronger." But is there any truth to this idea? This week, we explore the concept of post-traumatic growth with psychologist <a href="https://jayawide.sites.wfu.edu/">Eranda Jayawickreme</a>. He finds that suffering can have benefits — but not necessarily the ones we expect. </p><p><i>If you like this show, be sure to check out our other work, including our </i><a href="https://hiddenbrain.org/podcast/why-youre-smarter-than-you-think/"><i>recent episode</i></a><i> about how we define intelligence. </i></p><p><i>Also, check out our new podcast, </i><a href="https://hiddenbrain.org/myunsunghero/"><i>My Unsung Hero</i></a><i>! And if you'd like to support our work, you can do so at support.hiddenbrain.org. </i></p>