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What does it mean?
Positive outcomes require enduring difficulties first.
In plain terms
You must face hard times to get good ones.
What can you take from it?
Endure hardship for better results.

Where it applies

  • challenging times
  • personal growth
  • goal setting

Putting it to work

  • stay patient
  • keep going

Questions to consider

  • What rain are you enduring?

Another view

Rain doesn't always lead to rainbows.

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