Adversity Quotient Quotes

It is not just a person's physical constitution, their intellegence, their education, or even their social conditioning that enables them to withstand hardship. Much more significant is their inner development. And while some may be able to survive through sheer willpower, the ones who suffer the least are those who have a high degree of patience and courage in the face of adversity.

Too much hard luck can create a permanent meanness of spirit in any creature.

I had someone very close to me say to me that hopefully I’ll have many more ups and downs, not in just my career but in life. If you don’t have that, you’re not taking enough risks.

The way we react to adversity can be a major factor in how happy and successful we can be in life.

I kind of almost get enjoyment out of adversity in life.

I function better when things are going badly than when they're as smooth as whipped cream.

Remembering what you've been through and how that has strengthened your mindset can lift you out of a negative brain loop and help you bypass those weak, one-second impulses to give in. Even if you're feeling low and beat down by life right now, I guarantee you can think of a time or two when you overcame odds and tasted success.

I've been in a lot of unfavourable situations growing up, so I know what it's like to need help.