It is in the storm, not the calm, that a rainbow is born.
Lovely flowers sometimes bloom in ugly places.
(n.) Opposition; contrariety.
Difficulties are meant to rouse not discourage. The human spirit is to grow strong by conflict.
As rain does not bother the ocean, nor heat bother the sun, so adversity does not bother the great.
A diamond is pressure's masterpiece.
Sometimes letting go is not about a lack of faith in God, but a lack in faith that you have it in yourself to pull off the greatest plan he has in store for you.
In times of great stress or adversity, it's always best to keep busy, to plow your anger and your energy into something positive.
Suffering has always been with us does it really matter in what form it comes? All that matters is how we bear it and how we fit it into our lives.
The fiery trials through which we pass will light us down in honour or dishonour to the latest generation.
And in the face of adversity always remember your light shines brightest in the dark
Bullying builds character like nuclear waste creates superheroes. It's a rare occurrence and often does much more damage than endowment.
When adversity strikes, that's when you have to be the most calm. Take a step back, stay strong, stay grounded and press on.
It is courage, courage, courage, that raises the blood of life to crimson splendor. Live bravely and present a brave front to adversity.
My mom has always just been one of those people who handle adversity and challenges, and really everything, with so much grace and elegance. I saw it all the time.
In victory even the cowardly like to boast while in adverse times even the brave are discredited.
Adversity is the mother of prosperity
With a mighty mind, you can conquer every mountain.
One does not become strong lifting feathers.
Sometimes all it takes is a little watering everyday and a sunny day to follow, that's how weeds become flowers and new dawns rise - why would it be any less then for a human life?
If the road is easy, you're likely going the wrong way.