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What does it mean?
Troubles push you to change your beliefs and grow.
In plain terms
Hard times force you to change and believe.
What can you take from it?
Use troubles as chances to grow.

Where it applies

  • crisis
  • personal development
  • loss

Putting it to work

  • reflect on lessons
  • embrace change
  • stay hopeful

Questions to consider

  • What has a trouble taught you?

Another view

Some troubles cause lasting harm without growth.

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