The poison by which the weaker nature is destroyed is strengthening to the strong individual and he does not call it poison.

Where there is no struggle, there is no strength.

I've learned to rely on the strength I inherited from all those who came before me-the grandmothers, sisters, aunts, and brothers who were tested with unimaginable hardships and still survived.

What I know for sure is that there is no strength without challenge, adversity, resistance, and often pain.

As one's fortunes are reduced, one spirit must expand to fill the void.

There are few misfortunes in this world that you cannot turn into a personal triumph if you have the iron will and the necessary skill.