“The reverse is also true: we can compound hardship.”
— Barack Obama
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Simplified Meaning:
When we face difficulties, our actions can make things better or worse. Imagine you are struggling with a hard math problem. If you ask for help, you might understand it better and feel less stressed. But if you give up and don’t try, you might fall behind and feel even more frustrated. Similarly, when someone treats us poorly, we can choose to forgive them and move on. This can bring peace. However, if we hold a grudge, we'll feel more upset and stressed, which only makes the problem bigger. In our daily lives, our reactions play a big role in how problems develop. Choosing positive actions like asking for help, being patient, or forgiving can make hard situations easier to handle, and prevent them from becoming even harder.
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Adversity Challenge Difficulty Fortitude Growth Hardship Overcoming Perseverance Resilience Struggle
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