Dr. Drew: ‘Ordinary misery is good, it builds resiliency,’ yet Americans are ‘intolerant’ to it

On this episode of the podcast, Dr. Drew Pinsky joins Amanda Head to discuss how America’s obsession with avoiding discomfort is undermining our emotional and physical health. He explains why ‘oridnary misery,’ the everyday struggles and setbacks that build resilience, is not only normal but essential for personal growth.Dr. Drew also tackles the overuse of psychotropic medications, the failures of modern primary care, and the erosion of real psychiatric consultation. Plus, he weighs in on the coming flu season, the mild reality of COVID-19 today, and the potential risks of bird flu — emphasizing the need for medical freedom, personal responsibility and better-trained physicians.You can watch or listen to Dr. Drew every weekday on Rumble, X, Youtube and all audio podcast platforms as he hosts, “Ask Dr. Drew.” You can also follow him on X: @AskDrDrew or @DrDrew. And finally, you can check out the amazing work that’s going on with The Wellness Company by visiting their website: twc.healthSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.