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What does it mean?
Challenges are reframed as sources of beauty rather than sources of trouble.
In plain terms
Problems can add color to life if seen the right way.
What can you take from it?
Find beauty in challenges instead of fearing them.

Where it applies

  • facing difficulties
  • aging
  • reflecting on life

Putting it to work

  • practicing gratitude for lessons
  • reframing negative events

Questions to consider

  • How do you view obstacles in your life?
  • What color do difficulties add to your story?

Another view

Not every challenge results in beauty; some cause lasting harm.

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