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Buddhism goes on about suffering. Don't you find it pessimistic and depressing?

Ven. Seelawimala : Theravada

Rev. Saido : Order of Buddhist Contemplatives

Munisha : Triratna Buddhist Order

Vishvapani : Triratna Buddhist Order

Zoe Grey: Soka Gakkai International