Have you ever stopped to wonder why some people have such incredible strength of character, while others seem to take the easy way out? The truth is, you can’t have both a strong character and an easy life because the price of one is the other.
Strong character doesn’t come from comfort, It’s built through challenges, failures, and figuring out how to get back up after life knocks you down. I often think about Malala Yousafzai when this comes to mind, when she was 15 she faced an attack meant to silence her forever, but instead of giving up, she turned her pain into purpose becoming a global advocate for girls education. Her life has been anything but easy, but it was those very struggles that shaped her into one of the strongest voices of our time.This idea applies to all of us. When we face difficulties whether in school, work, or relationships, we have two choices we can take the easy route and avoid the pain, or we choose to stand tall and face the challenges.
So, the next time you face a challenge ask yourself: Do I want to grow or do I want to stay comfortable? The choice is yours,but remember your choice will define who you become.
Written by Tahmina Khedri