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Begin perceiving your encounters on the continuum that runs from suffering to the end of suffering. Notice the amount of struggle, conflict, tension, and aversion that fills your day. Even pleasant sensations can lead to a struggle if you want that sensation repeated, or you attempt to prolong comfort beyond its natural duration. Become sensitive to the more subtle areas related to suffering; for example, when your thoughts and moods turn sour or your internal narrative is self-berating. Notice the suffering when you desire something that is not present or the aversion to something that is present. Be aware of how your judgments and opinions set you up to be in conflict with another person. Just take it all in and see the entire scope of conflict in your life.