2,568 Quotes About Adversity

I am aware that a man of real merit is never seen in so favorable a light as seen through the medium of adversity.

You would be shocked how many people tell me that they got through cancer, or divorce, or having their house burn down. But then they lost their keys or they ran out of coffee or the dog chewed on their slipper and they fell to pieces. It’s just that last insult.

My strong desire is for this anthology to serve its readers as a model of male transparency, and as a source of encouragement to seek support and to persevere in the face of difficulties....Adversity is the canvas upon which you paint your greatness.

Stop seeking gratification and adversity won’t bother you anymore.

Only fools think they can grow feeling comfortable.

Fools resist. The wise embrace.

With every friend I've known, in every situation I've encountered, I have found something to learn. From a task as simple as boiling water, you can learn a worthwhile lesson. There is no experience that can't avail something useful, be it only the discipline to manage adversity.

There is no perfect life, there is just life.

Let any people enjoy peace and quiet, unmolested, undisturbed, never be persecuted for their religion, and they are very likely to neglect their duty, to become cold and indifferent, and lose their faith.