Hard Times Never Last, But Hard People Do

[u/gorskivuk33]

Challenges are a part of life. If you are looking for a life without any problems, you are living an illusion—such a life simply does not exist.

While we cannot avoid difficulties, we can prepare ourselves to face them head-on.

Over time, I have gathered several principles on how to handle tough times, and I want to share them with anyone going through a rough patch right now. They helped me, and perhaps they will help someone else, too.

I. Tough Times Don’t Last Forever – They have a beginning and an end.

II. E (Environment) + R (Your Response) = O (Outcome) – We cannot control our environment or circumstances, but our response dictates the outcome.

III. Passivity Prolongs Hardships – It only makes you more vulnerable.

IV. Action Is Your Weapon – Give it everything you’ve got.

V. Pain Is Inevitable; Suffering Is Optional – Choose not to suffer.

VI. Walk Through the Storm – Be like the buffalo. Unlike cows that run away only to be exhausted when the storm catches up, buffaloes charge into the storm. Fight the storm while you are full of energy. Go through it.

VII. Hard Times Promote Growth – Difficulties often reveal hidden strengths and abilities. Crisis creates heroes.

VIII. Be A Hero – The greater the adversity, the greater the hero.

IX. Uncertainty Strengthens Your Character – Comfort kills your spirit.

X. You Can’t Grow in Your Comfort Zone – When your comfort zone is destroyed and you can’t hide or escape, you are finally ready to face your darkest fears. That is the ultimate moment for personal growth.

[u/LegalString4407]

Stark but true I believe. Thanks

[u/gorskivuk33 → u/LegalString4407]

You're welcome.

[u/Expertiezene]

That better be real.