Adversity is Underrated

Sanj Katyal, M.D.
Sep 4, 2018 · 5 min read

I have been thinking a lot about adversity lately. Is it good? Is it to be avoided? What happens when we don’t have enough or have too much? I grew up thinking, like many others, that nirvana or a state of bliss is a challenge/struggle free existence. We work hard while we are young so we can retire and sit on a beach when we are older. Unfortunately, many recently retired people that left successful and rewarding careers often become bored and…

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