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Life, like flowing water, remains calm and steady when it runs
through a smooth riverbed. Only when it encounters hidden reefs does the water
of life create magnificent splashes. People aspire to become strong individuals
in their journey through life, yet hardships always await them on the path to
strength. Hardships test and challenge individuals, pushing them to fight
bravely.
Hardships are blessings. Amidst prosperity, people see flowers and smiling
faces, but those accustomed to the joyous moments often struggle to bear the
burden of significant setbacks. Embracing hardships, though facing adversity,
allows individuals to taste the bittersweet flavors of life, experience its
warmth and coldness, and gain deeper insights into the essence of life with each
encounter.
Hardships sharpen one's resilience. Just as a rope saws through wood and a lame
tortoise travels a thousand miles, a thousand failures lead to a thousand and
one fresh starts. Continuous efforts refine the blade of resilience, enabling it
to cut through thorny obstacles effortlessly, sharp and invincible.
Hardships silently teach lessons in life. They cultivate noble character, shape
indomitable spirits, discard laziness and inertia, and liberate individuals from
dull fantasies. "The sword becomes sharp from being whetted, and the plum
blossom's fragrance emerges from the bitter cold." Through the anguish of
hardships and the subsequent satisfaction of triumph, people come to understand
that the only choice for the determined is to face life objectively.
Hardships serve as catalysts for motivation. They ignite the flames of
determination, making the strong even stronger and urging the weak to overcome
their cowardice. They propel every dreamer with aspirations to hoist the sails
of progress, sailing towards the realization of a beautiful dream.
Hardships are enlightening scriptures. When people carefully read and
contemplate their rich life experiences, they discover wisdom interwoven within.
This profound understanding brings clarity and enhances one's intellectual
prowess.
Hardships are also profound philosophers. They proclaim that the true meaning of
a strong person's life lies not in their glorious success but in their
relentless pursuit of ideals. The breathtaking vistas that the strong behold
amidst storms remain unseen by the ordinary.
Gratitude to hardships, as they bring understanding to the depth of life.
Gratitude to hardships, for they reveal the four key principles of existence:
facing reality, remaining resilient, staying composed, and constantly striving.
Hardships are a perpetual landscape adorned with vibrant flowers in the journey
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