“All the adversity I’ve had in my life, all my troubles and obstacles, have strengthened me… You may not realize it when it happens, but a kick in the teeth may be the best thing in the world for you.” – Walt Disney

“Adversity is the first path to truth.” – Lord Byron

“There is no better than adversity. Every defeat, every heartbreak, every loss, contains its own seed, its own lesson on how to improve your performance the next time.” – Malcolm X

“Life is truly known only to those who suffer, lose, endure adversity and stumble from defeat to defeat.” – Anais Nin

“Education is an ornament in prosperity and a refuge in adversity.” – Aristotle

“Adversity is like a strong wind. It tears away from us all but the things that cannot be torn, so that we see ourselves as we really are.” – Arthur Golden

“It is a man’s own mind, not his enemy or foe, that lures him to evil ways.” – Buddha

“Difficulties show men what they are. In case of any difficulty remember that God has pitted you against a rough antagonist that you may be a conqueror, and this cannot be without toil.” – Epictetus

“One who gains strength by overcoming obstacles possesses the only strength which can overcome adversity.” – Albert Schweitzer

“When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it.” – Henry Ford