Week 8: Pain vs Suffering

Often times, life can feel like a big struggle. This can certainly be true when it comes to being physically active, whether walking, running, or something else, the effort and discomfort associated with physical movement can sometimes be a deterrant from being active. In earlier weeks, we've talked about noticing some of the different thoughts and sensations we experience while running or walking, and being mindful to observe rather than judge these experiences. This week, our focus is on acceptance of the sensations and, sometimes, discomforts (physical or emotional) that we feel.