Quotes about Adversity

Experience," says the proverb, "is a hard school to attend, but fools will learn in no

Faithless is he that says farewell when the road darkens.

We have sworn, and not lightly. This oath we will keep. We are threatened with many evils, and treason not least; but one thing is not said: that we shall suffer from cowardice, from cravens or the fear of cravens. Therefore I say that we will go on, and this doom I add: the deeds that we shall do shall be the matter of song until the last days of Arda.

History has demonstrated that the most notable winners usually encountered heartbreaking obstacles before they triumphed.

Life doesn't just happen to you. It's all about choices and how you respond to every situation.

With the right attitude, a failure can be converted into a lesson and a stepping-stone for future success.

When you hit a wall, try to dig a tunnel beneath or fly above!

As you move forward on your journey from where you are to where you want to be, you are going to have to confront your fears. Fear is natural. Whenever you start a new project, take on a new venture, or put yourself out there, there is usually fear. Unfortunately, most people let fear stop them from progress.

Was God's grace in these dark circumstances that drew me closer to Him.

Poverty is uncomfortable but nine times out of ten the best thing that can happen to a young man is to be tossed overboard and compelled to sink or swim.

It is a brave man... who dares to look the devil in the face and tell him he is a devil.

Without temptation the soul cannot grow.