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A big part of pain is the subjective reaction of trying to revolt against pain. If it's there, it's better to deal with it. Most of it is I cannot stand it, and that component is enhancing pain so much.

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Matthieu Ricard
Age: 78
Born: 1946
Born: February 15
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