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What does it mean?
A blunt statement suggesting the group was hardened by extreme hardship or abuse.
In plain terms
We were hardened by terrible experiences.
What can you take from it?
Hardship builds resilience.

Where it applies

  • sharing life stories
  • discussing past struggles

Putting it to work

  • frame hardship as strength

Questions to consider

  • What hardships made you stronger?
  • Is trauma useful?

Another view

It dismisses the real pain of suffering.

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