The Sweet Spot: The Pleasures of Suffering and the Search for Meaning

The Sweet Spot by Paul Bloom is a groundbreaking book that reveals the hidden benefits of suffering in our lives.

By exploring the psychology and brain science behind our perverse appetites, Bloom shows how the right kind of suffering can lead to enhanced pleasure, transcendence, and meaning.

From movies that make us cry to painful sexual role-play, Bloom uncovers the reasons why we seek out physical and emotional turmoil.

He argues that a life without chosen suffering would be empty and worse than boring, making this book an essential read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and their place in the world.