concept   pain
culture   Eastern cultures
statement   In Eastern cultures, enduring and downplaying pain is encouraged, while openly expressing discomfort is considered a sign of weakness.
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1 agony Eastern countries Agony may be perceived as a personal struggle and individuals may be more inclined to internalize their suffering as a way of maintaining emotional restraint. 1
2 agony Eastern countries Agony may also be associated with stoicism and the importance of enduring pain without expressing it outwardly. 1
3 agony Eastern culture Agony may be viewed as a test of endurance and inner strength, and enduring it without complaint is often revered as a virtue. 1
4 discomfort Eastern countries Expressing discomfort openly is often discouraged and seen as impolite or a sign of weakness. 1
5 discomfort Eastern countries Expressing discomfort openly is often seen as a sign of weakness and may be met with more stoicism and self-reliance. 1
6 growing pains Eastern countries Refers to the struggles and challenges experienced during the process of personal or professional development, often associated with hard work and perseverance. 1
7 growing pains Eastern countries Believed to be a result of deficiency in vital energy (Qi) and blood, often treated with traditional Chinese medicine. 1
8 growing pains Eastern culture Not commonly used to describe physical discomfort during growth spurts; may be interpreted as difficulties encountered during the process of personal or professional development 1
9 pain Eastern cultures There is a tendency to endure and downplay physical pain in order to avoid burdening others. 1