“I have a lot of empathy for Liz,” says the host.

“But it is also part of the adventure that comes with playing this game.”

make of the meltdown?

Liz Wilcox of ‘Survivor 46’

Liz Wilcox of ‘Survivor 46’.Robert Voets/CBS

He revealed his reaction on the latest episode of hisOn Fire with Jeff Probstpodcast.

It’s obviously upsetting.

That’s real emotion and absolute vulnerability.

Jeff Probst on ‘Survivor 46’

Jeff Probst on ‘Survivor 46’.Robert Voets/CBS

But imagine that’s you, and for whatever reason you’ve been triggered in the same way.

He also thinks it may ultimately be a moment of triumph for the player.

But when you reach that bottom and then you realize, You know what, I’m still standing.

I’m still here that’s where the growth comes.

You saw it with Liz, says the host.

We’re not holding up big cards saying Applause!

And this week, it was a win for viewers as well.