95 - What is Suffering (Dukkha) in Buddhism

<p>Why do we suffer? Why does life feel painful, stressful, or disappointing even when things seem to be going well? In this episode, we explore suffering from a practical Buddhist perspective not as a concept, but as a lived human experience. Sometimes referred to as &#39;suffering&#39; in the West, &#39;Dukkha&#39; has a much deeper range and significance. </p><p>Drawing from the Buddha’s core insights into impermanence, dependent origination, the Three Poisons/Fires, karma, and rebirth, we look at <em>how</em> suffering arises, <em>why</em> we add extra layers of pain through craving and clinging, and <em>what</em> the Buddhist path offers as a way to understand and transform it.</p><p>This episode is not a repeat of our discussion on <em>dukkha</em>. Instead, it’s a grounded, compassionate look at the reality of suffering and the hope the Buddha offered: suffering has causes, and those causes can be understood and released.</p><p><br></p><p>Read the Article: https://alanpeto.com/buddhism/understanding-dukkha/</p><p>Contact Alan: alanpeto.com/contact</p><p>Podcast Homepage: alanpeto.com/podcast</p><p>Podcast Disclaimer: alanpeto.com/legal/podcast-disclaimer</p><p><br></p>