What really makes one indignant about suffering isn’t the thing itself but the senselessness of it.

This quote⁣ suggests that what truly stirs‌ feelings⁣ of anger ⁤or resentment towards suffering is not the suffering itself, but rather the perceived lack⁣ of purpose or meaning ​behind ​it. In other words, it’s easier to endure hardship if there’s a sense of purpose ⁣or a lesson to be learned from it. However, when suffering seems arbitrary or pointless, it becomes‌ much more difficult to accept.

This idea can‌ be⁢ applied in personal development through the ⁢practice of finding meaning ‌in adversity. ⁢For instance, if someone loses their ‌job, instead of dwelling on ‍the negative aspects of‌ the‌ situation, ‍they could try to ⁣see it as an‌ opportunity for growth ‌and change, perhaps ​as a chance to ⁣explore ⁤new career paths or‍ develop new⁤ skills. By finding a sense of purpose in the hardship, they can alleviate some of the indignation⁣ or⁣ resentment ‍associated with their suffering.

In the context⁣ of ⁢today’s world, this perspective can ⁤be particularly relevant in dealing with​ global ⁣challenges such as​ the COVID-19⁤ pandemic. Many ‌people have experienced suffering and loss due to the pandemic, and it can be‌ difficult to find any sense or purpose in such‌ a large-scale tragedy. However, some people have found meaning in‍ the crisis by using it as an opportunity to ‍reevaluate their priorities, ​strengthen their relationships, or contribute ‍to their ​communities. By finding a sense⁣ of purpose in the midst of‌ suffering, they can mitigate some of the indignation associated with the senselessness ⁤of the situation.