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Pain Brings Wisdom

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Pain gives us lessons.

It has been a common theme in many philosophical traditions. In essence, it suggests that sufferings and adversity can be transformative experiences that lead to a greater insight and understanding.

One way to approach this topic is to consider the relationship between pain and knowledge. Pain can be seen as a type of stimulus that forces us to pay attention to our surroundings, to our bodies, and to our experiences. In this sense, pain can be seen as a type of teacher that helps us learn about the world and ourselves.

The relationship between pain and wisdom is not always straightforward. While some may argue that pain is a necessary prerequisite for wisdom, others may argue that wisdom can be acquired through other means, such as study, reflection, or contemplation.

Self-realization will remove pain (sufferings).

Pain can indeed provide us with valuable lessons. When we experience pain, whether it be physical, emotional, or psychological, it can serve as a wake-up call, alerting us to aspects of our lives that need attention or change. Pain can also teach us valuable lessons about ourselves and the world around us.

Another perspective is to consider the role of pain in the development of moral character. Pain and suffering can be seen as tests of character, challenges that we must overcome in order to grow and develop.

Pain can be seen as a type of moral teacher, helping us to develop virtues such as courage, resilience, and compassion.

 

32 thoughts on “Pain Brings Wisdom”

  1. vermavkv – India – I am Vijay Kumar Verma, residing in Kolkata, the city of joy. I was a Banker since December 1985 and retired in April 2017 from State Bank of India. After serving the Bank for 32 years as an officer holding different assignments from time to time, now I am currently enjoying the retired life. I would like to fulfil the duty of social service through this platform spreading aware about the health related problems and their remedies. I will also try to entertain my followers through knowledgeable information and motivate them to enjoy better and quality lifestyle. It is my endeavour to keep the post friendly and as informative as I can. I am willing to connect with my friends and followers, through my stories and drawings out of my passion to write and make sketches. I would like to create a trusted and joyful friend circle, and share tales from the past

    Well said..
    Thanks for sharing.

    1. Arun Singha – Retired from AIRPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA as Dy. General Manager (CNS). BSc (Mathematics Honours). Age 63years. Studying ancient Indian Philosophy along with modern physics and modern Biology. Write articles on Upanishads, Advaita Vedanta, Cosmology and other ancient Indian Texts. Wish to work for the society to help people through personal guidance, motivation. Self has work experience of 36 years in the field of Air Navigation Service at different Airports in India.

      Thank you so much for your kind words ☺️🙏

    2. Arun Singha – Retired from AIRPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA as Dy. General Manager (CNS). BSc (Mathematics Honours). Age 63years. Studying ancient Indian Philosophy along with modern physics and modern Biology. Write articles on Upanishads, Advaita Vedanta, Cosmology and other ancient Indian Texts. Wish to work for the society to help people through personal guidance, motivation. Self has work experience of 36 years in the field of Air Navigation Service at different Airports in India.

      My drawing is very very bad

      1. vermavkv – India – I am Vijay Kumar Verma, residing in Kolkata, the city of joy. I was a Banker since December 1985 and retired in April 2017 from State Bank of India. After serving the Bank for 32 years as an officer holding different assignments from time to time, now I am currently enjoying the retired life. I would like to fulfil the duty of social service through this platform spreading aware about the health related problems and their remedies. I will also try to entertain my followers through knowledgeable information and motivate them to enjoy better and quality lifestyle. It is my endeavour to keep the post friendly and as informative as I can. I am willing to connect with my friends and followers, through my stories and drawings out of my passion to write and make sketches. I would like to create a trusted and joyful friend circle, and share tales from the past

        Sir, It is more important to convey our message efficiently.
        Your Blog is very useful and informative. keep writing, Sir.

        1. Arun Singha – Retired from AIRPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA as Dy. General Manager (CNS). BSc (Mathematics Honours). Age 63years. Studying ancient Indian Philosophy along with modern physics and modern Biology. Write articles on Upanishads, Advaita Vedanta, Cosmology and other ancient Indian Texts. Wish to work for the society to help people through personal guidance, motivation. Self has work experience of 36 years in the field of Air Navigation Service at different Airports in India.

          Thank you so much Verma Sir ji for your support and encouragement 😊
          It is right that message is very important.
          Thank you so much ❤️
          Regards 😊🙏

    1. Arun Singha – Retired from AIRPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA as Dy. General Manager (CNS). BSc (Mathematics Honours). Age 63years. Studying ancient Indian Philosophy along with modern physics and modern Biology. Write articles on Upanishads, Advaita Vedanta, Cosmology and other ancient Indian Texts. Wish to work for the society to help people through personal guidance, motivation. Self has work experience of 36 years in the field of Air Navigation Service at different Airports in India.

      Thank you Krishna ji 🙏
      Hope you are doing well ☺️
      Regards 🙏

        1. Arun Singha – Retired from AIRPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA as Dy. General Manager (CNS). BSc (Mathematics Honours). Age 63years. Studying ancient Indian Philosophy along with modern physics and modern Biology. Write articles on Upanishads, Advaita Vedanta, Cosmology and other ancient Indian Texts. Wish to work for the society to help people through personal guidance, motivation. Self has work experience of 36 years in the field of Air Navigation Service at different Airports in India.
    2. Arun Singha – Retired from AIRPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA as Dy. General Manager (CNS). BSc (Mathematics Honours). Age 63years. Studying ancient Indian Philosophy along with modern physics and modern Biology. Write articles on Upanishads, Advaita Vedanta, Cosmology and other ancient Indian Texts. Wish to work for the society to help people through personal guidance, motivation. Self has work experience of 36 years in the field of Air Navigation Service at different Airports in India.

      Whatever I have written is purely my experiences which have been picturised.
      Take care always 🙏

    1. Arun Singha – Retired from AIRPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA as Dy. General Manager (CNS). BSc (Mathematics Honours). Age 63years. Studying ancient Indian Philosophy along with modern physics and modern Biology. Write articles on Upanishads, Advaita Vedanta, Cosmology and other ancient Indian Texts. Wish to work for the society to help people through personal guidance, motivation. Self has work experience of 36 years in the field of Air Navigation Service at different Airports in India.

      Thank you so much for your comments 😊
      I am inspired.
      Regards 🙏

  2. KK – Kaushal Kishore (KK) is an MBA, MA, and CAIIB with over 35 years of experience in the Banking sector. He has led many technical and commercial teams in delivering project management solutions. He played a key role in the merger of State Bank of Indore and all other Associate Banks, Bharatiya Mahila Bank, and SBICI with SBI. From a solution perspective, Kaushal focuses on best practices and has worked towards risk identification and mitigation, processes, and control improvements. The functions covered by him include wholesale and retail lending, treasury operations, trade finance, cash management services, custody operations, etc. He has also played a key role in merchant acquiring business. Why One More Blog??? This world is full of ideas, ideals, thoughts, stories, anecdotes, and so on, As a tiny creature of this vast universe, I too have, Some unique, Some similar to others, And some probably inspired by my elders, Some sweet, some bitter, Sometimes spicy too, Some close to heart, Some closer to mind, Sharing of the same, May be of some value to others, Most of the targeted audience however, May not possibly come across, But I have to bring the same in black and white, No, no, it’s not कीड़ा Wriggling to come out of me, Neither literary diarrhoea nor mental indigestion, It’s rather my responsibility to share my experiences, What I have received from this great society, What I have felt about it, And how I was dealt with, Will attempt to download what has been uploaded throughout the life, Before, yes before… my memory may start fading away, Before L of YOLO (You Only Live Once) comes to an end, Else, the whole thing will go away, Unsaid, unlettered, unsung…sheer waste, Let others get some ideas, To make their L a bit better, It’s up to them, Let me do my part…

    A lovely post, Arun ji!

    1. Arun Singha – Retired from AIRPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA as Dy. General Manager (CNS). BSc (Mathematics Honours). Age 63years. Studying ancient Indian Philosophy along with modern physics and modern Biology. Write articles on Upanishads, Advaita Vedanta, Cosmology and other ancient Indian Texts. Wish to work for the society to help people through personal guidance, motivation. Self has work experience of 36 years in the field of Air Navigation Service at different Airports in India.

      Thank you Sir for your kind words ☺️🙏

    1. Arun Singha – Retired from AIRPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA as Dy. General Manager (CNS). BSc (Mathematics Honours). Age 63years. Studying ancient Indian Philosophy along with modern physics and modern Biology. Write articles on Upanishads, Advaita Vedanta, Cosmology and other ancient Indian Texts. Wish to work for the society to help people through personal guidance, motivation. Self has work experience of 36 years in the field of Air Navigation Service at different Airports in India.

      Thank you Joanna for your comments 😌
      I am inspired.
      Regards 🙏😊

        1. Arun Singha – Retired from AIRPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA as Dy. General Manager (CNS). BSc (Mathematics Honours). Age 63years. Studying ancient Indian Philosophy along with modern physics and modern Biology. Write articles on Upanishads, Advaita Vedanta, Cosmology and other ancient Indian Texts. Wish to work for the society to help people through personal guidance, motivation. Self has work experience of 36 years in the field of Air Navigation Service at different Airports in India.
  3. Suma Reddy – Before I tell what degree and occupation I hold, I am a simple, sensitive and Emphatic person because this would reflect in which ever role I play in life either personal or professional.

    This is wonderfully articulated Sir. Yes pain gives the pain but brings knowledge more that when we realize ourselves. Great share as always. Thank you for sharing this.

    1. Arun Singha – Retired from AIRPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA as Dy. General Manager (CNS). BSc (Mathematics Honours). Age 63years. Studying ancient Indian Philosophy along with modern physics and modern Biology. Write articles on Upanishads, Advaita Vedanta, Cosmology and other ancient Indian Texts. Wish to work for the society to help people through personal guidance, motivation. Self has work experience of 36 years in the field of Air Navigation Service at different Airports in India.

      Thank you so much Suma for your encouraging words.
      We are here to share our thoughts and feelings in the form of poetry, poem, art or just few words.
      Thank you so much.
      Best wishes. ☺️🙏

      1. Suma Reddy – Before I tell what degree and occupation I hold, I am a simple, sensitive and Emphatic person because this would reflect in which ever role I play in life either personal or professional.

        Exactly Sir, it feels awesome to listen from you always 😇

  4. Diti Sen – Kolkata, India – An independent writer and author, currently exploring blogging, tracking life from India and ready to explore anything from the tried and tested to the wierd and the eclectic. You will find, nature, travel, food, children, folklore, myths, festivals, reflections, inspirations, amongst many other topics here. Anything that makes me think and ponder and want to know more about.

    Yes, pain, both physical and emotional, is a great teacher but while some learn their lessons which helps them go forward more positively and constructively, ‘turning poison to medicine’, there are an equal number, who suffer but don’t see the light.

    1. Arun Singha – Retired from AIRPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA as Dy. General Manager (CNS). BSc (Mathematics Honours). Age 63years. Studying ancient Indian Philosophy along with modern physics and modern Biology. Write articles on Upanishads, Advaita Vedanta, Cosmology and other ancient Indian Texts. Wish to work for the society to help people through personal guidance, motivation. Self has work experience of 36 years in the field of Air Navigation Service at different Airports in India.

      Very true Diti.
      You have reflected the correct and practical situation in today’s life.
      He/She who takes the path of wisdom rejoices.
      Other suffers.
      I don’t have any authority in any kind of attachment to keep it as I wish.
      A fool thinks it is his or her authoritative domain.
      But it is not.
      Trust: Needs a good definition.
      Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts.
      Whatever I have written is based on my experiences so far.
      Best wishes and regards 🙏😊

  5. preetverse – a day dreamer with both positive and negative aspects of life

    This is really helpful to know what to do when you think you are suffering. It’s so good and relatable.

    1. Arun Singha – Retired from AIRPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA as Dy. General Manager (CNS). BSc (Mathematics Honours). Age 63years. Studying ancient Indian Philosophy along with modern physics and modern Biology. Write articles on Upanishads, Advaita Vedanta, Cosmology and other ancient Indian Texts. Wish to work for the society to help people through personal guidance, motivation. Self has work experience of 36 years in the field of Air Navigation Service at different Airports in India.

      Thank you so much Preeti for your comments 🙂
      It’s written on the basis of my life experience. This happens.
      Best wishes.
      Take care

  6. Vishnupriya – Book Reviewer / Nano Tales Scribbler / AI Art Experimenter / Metaphysics Enthusiast / Introverted Rat with Extroverted Rationale

    Sir, you have given us true facts. Somewhere I have read that pain teaches many experiences in life regardless of the types. It has to be seen as a learning and growing of oneself. Thank you for the article 🙏

    1. Arun Singha – Retired from AIRPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA as Dy. General Manager (CNS). BSc (Mathematics Honours). Age 63years. Studying ancient Indian Philosophy along with modern physics and modern Biology. Write articles on Upanishads, Advaita Vedanta, Cosmology and other ancient Indian Texts. Wish to work for the society to help people through personal guidance, motivation. Self has work experience of 36 years in the field of Air Navigation Service at different Airports in India.

      Thank you so much for your comments ☺️
      Vishnupriya!
      Everything is based on my life experience. When I had a specific bad experience, I was miraculously saved by the books that I have mentioned in my blog” My journey through books.
      As drugs save lives, knowledge also saves lives.
      I drew the picture on those days after getting saved. I took the 4th route. The path of wisdom.
      Thank you so much for your support as you have understood the essence of the article.
      Will post another with similar drawings and the one you have generated with the help of AI.
      Have a blissful time.
      Best wishes.
      😊🙏

  7. windowcolquhoun810 – An aspiring freelance writer, my dream is to become a published author here in Australia and of course, globally. Being a people-person, I love meeting and engaging with individuals and my writing interests therefore are more inclined towards real-life people, their stories, issues and anecdotes. I do however, dabble in fiction as well. My interests and hobbies range, in no particular order, from reading (of course), writing (naturally), movies, power-walking, dancing, music (I couldn’t live without music), fashion (admittedly, my downfall!), animals, ten-pin bowling, correspondence, stage musicals, socialising, cooking, badminton, comedy shows, sci-fi, stage drama and inspirational people and their stories. Having a curiosity in practically everything, my interest is often piqued whenever I meet new people and learn what makes them tick. So do drop me a line, and if a particular post appeals to you or you can either relate to it or find it intriguing, interesting or inspiring, please let me know via the comment box. And of course, please ‘follow or subscribe,’ to my web-log if you like my style of writing. Happy reading! Wendy Robinson

    Wisdom, as you’ve said, can come from pain (like a child learning never to touch a boiling pot again), and can also be gained through loss, grief, lessons through watching others and a range of reasons. The lessons behind the experiences is to learn, understand and move on with wisdom.

    1. Arun Singha – Retired from AIRPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA as Dy. General Manager (CNS). BSc (Mathematics Honours). Age 63years. Studying ancient Indian Philosophy along with modern physics and modern Biology. Write articles on Upanishads, Advaita Vedanta, Cosmology and other ancient Indian Texts. Wish to work for the society to help people through personal guidance, motivation. Self has work experience of 36 years in the field of Air Navigation Service at different Airports in India.

      Thank you so much for adding insights on this post.
      Very true. Example of the child learning not to touch boiling point again is classic.
      Whatever I have written is based on my life experience ☺️
      Thanks and regards 🙏

  8. soultosoulvibes... – Madhya Pradesh (India) – Hey, this is Shipra Tripathi...you can call me Malvika too. I am here as a friend of your soul... you might not be knowing me consciously but sub-consciously and unconsciously we all are connected as we all are parts (Ansh) of the same Divine light (The supreme Power, Who is the beginning and the end of everything). On this website we'll find the posts to help us out, heal and set our souls free so that it can connect with the supreme soul and all our feelings and emotions are free to flow in all the possible natural colours!! :) :). To help us out we'll see the ancient scriptures and teachings of few great people. Hope you'll enjoy reading, learning and connecting with me. plzz feel free to connect !!

    Sir, your write up has come up as a reminder for me… Seldom, we argue and complaint, “why me ?” But the 2nd para of your write up has come up as a good answer for that…. I agree, we face and go through some pains, coz they are the only option for nature to teach us the lesson.

    1. Arun Singha – Retired from AIRPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA as Dy. General Manager (CNS). BSc (Mathematics Honours). Age 63years. Studying ancient Indian Philosophy along with modern physics and modern Biology. Write articles on Upanishads, Advaita Vedanta, Cosmology and other ancient Indian Texts. Wish to work for the society to help people through personal guidance, motivation. Self has work experience of 36 years in the field of Air Navigation Service at different Airports in India.

      Very true 👍😊
      Pain finally opens our eyes. Eye opener for inner self.
      True knowledge will reduce pain.
      Body pain can be reduced through medicine.
      Mental pain can be reduced through right understanding.
      Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts.
      Take care always.
      Best wishes

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