Dr. Jonathan Corson was known not only for his medical expertise, but also for the somewhat unconventional advice he provided alongside his prescriptions. Recently, he began sharing with his patients how cultivating virtues, such as gratitude, could significantly ease their health problems. This blend of philosophical guidance with medical practice had earned him both admiration and skepticism.
As he left his office one day, Corson felt exhausted after a week of nonstop work and little rest. Grappling with one of his unyielding migraines that medication seemed unable to touch, he found himself pondering his own advice. The throbbing pain reminded him of his human frailty and that, even as a doctor, he was not immune to illness. This acute discomfort prompted a profound self-reflection unlike anything he had previously experienced.
