Quote by Epictetus

Difficulties are things that show a person what they are.

Difficulties are things that show a person what they are.

Summary

This quote suggests that difficulties or challenges provide individuals with an opportunity to discover or reveal their true nature. It implies that it is through facing and overcoming challenges that our character, strengths, weaknesses, and resilience become apparent. Difficulties serve as a mirror reflecting who we truly are, making us more self-aware and allowing us to grow and develop as individuals.

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