Most people are discomfort escape artists. They scroll, snack, rage-text, or binge-watch the moment something feels bad. Emotionally mature people do the opposite, they let the feeling land, observe it without panic, and wait for it to pass. Psychologists call this distress tolerance, and it’s foundational to emotional health. It’s uncomfortable. It’s also incredibly powerful.
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