Adversity is essential.

“No man is more unhappy than he who never faces adversity. For he is not permitted to prove himself.”

Life may seem better if adversity was never present, but Seneca paints a difference picture for us. Seneca believes that adversity is more important than many would think.

We like to coast. Adversity is inconvenient and “gets in the way” of that perfectly painted future you see yourself in.

Breakups, financial trouble, family death, all have the ability to equip you with the necessary fortitude.

If we would view adversity as if it was an asset, we could relate it to compound interest.

Every iteration of struggle is an additional layer of armor.

All we must do is adapt and overcome.