The bitter and the sweet come from the outside, the hard from within, from one's own efforts.

Summary

This quote means that both positive and negative experiences in life come from external sources, such as other people or external circumstances. However, facing and overcoming challenges requires individual efforts and determination. While one cannot control everything that happens externally, they have control over their own actions and the effort they put into dealing with difficult situations. The quote highlights the importance of personal resilience and the ability to overcome obstacles through one's own efforts.

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