Was mich nicht umbringt, macht mich starker.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- What does not kill me makes me stronger.
- In plain terms
- Surviving hardship builds strength.
- What can you take from it?
- Adversity can lead to personal growth.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When does hardship become destructive?
- How can one ensure growth after trauma?
Another view
Not all trauma results in strength; some cause lasting damage.
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