Analyze how Easter uses his experiences to argue that discomfort is essential for personal growth and self-discovery. Discuss specific examples from the book where discomfort led to significant positive changes in Easter’s life or perspective.

Examine the use of numbers—times, dates, and quantity figures—by Easter to name his chapters and elsewhere in the text. How does he employ time, such as in its immediate sense and in the cosmic clock, to create a sense of urgency? Does this use of numbers suggest anything else about how Easter frames his reality?

Examine how different cultures perceive comfort and discomfort, drawing on examples from The Comfort Crisis. How do these perceptions influence lifestyle choices and overall health in various societies?