Something You Should Know

Why Pain Isn't What You Think It Is & The Disappearing Joys of Everyday Life

July 6, 2026·48 min·5-min readnarrativescience
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This episode of Something You Should Know explores the surprising science behind pain and the overlooked psychological and sensory dimensions of everyday life, arguing that chronic pain is not purely physical and that our loss of tactile, material experiences may be diminishing our well

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Rachel Zoffness

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Rachel ZoffnessIan BogostMike CarruthersWalter Mischel

Books

Tell Me Where It Hurtsby Rachel ZoffnessThe Small Stuffby Ian Bogost

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Mental HealthNeuroscienceSelf Improvement

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