I am constantly surprised by the numerous amounts of times that I get asked asked what is the definition of adversity is. A simple google search will define adversity as difficulties or misfortune. I hate that definition because it lacks the key fundamentals of what a adversity actually does. Before I explain what I mean by that let me ask you a question, what makes a person valuable? I believe what makes a person valuable, is their ability to solve problems. Take a second and truly think about what I just said!
Why is it that a professional earns more than your average Joe?
It is because they have the ability to solve other people’s problems. Their
knowledge is what makes them valuable to society. So, I feel that when defining
adversity it is critical to add to the definition that adversities somehow
bring value to the person facing it. As a result I define adversity as,
"chance to increase an individual’s value by
overcoming a challenge".
This ideology forms the basis of my mind set. Understanding this concept has allowed me to embrace problems because I am constantly looking forward to the value that they will bring to me.
This ideology forms the basis of my mind set. Understanding this concept has allowed me to embrace problems because I am constantly looking forward to the value that they will bring to me.
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