Adversity is a great teacher, but this teacher makes us pay dearly for its instruction; and often the profit we derive, is not worth the price we paid.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
Adversity is sometimes hard upon a man; but for one man who can stand prosperity, there are a hundred that will stand adversity.
I consider adversity being good sometimes, you know.
There is no education like adversity.
To me, the avocation of a teacher has something elevating and exciting. While surrounded by the young, one may always be doing good.
Sometimes adversity is what you need to face in order to become successful.
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.
Money is such an amazing teacher: What you choose to do with your money shows whether you are truly powerful or powerless.
Everyone goes through adversity in life, but what matters is how you learn from it.
I think really what I'm saying is that I thrive on adversity.
Prosperity is a great teacher; adversity a greater.