It is a known fact that when you are challenged, it is often a period of growth and discovery. This is ultimately a time when one undoubtedly moves from comfort to change. And while the outcome is mostly advantageous, the process can sometimes be very agonizing! Of course, it’s only natural to want to avoid adversity but through the process you learn to master things that may be uncomfortable and difficult. Navigating through your misfortunes in life will prepare you for your purpose! Read on for the 8 aphorisms I reference during trying times!

Challenges make you discover things about yourself that you never really knew. –Cicely Tyson

All of my past challenges have helped me become who I am today. –Demi Lovato

Being challenged in life is inevitable, being defeated is optional. –Roger Crawford

Our most significant opportunities will be found in time of greatest challenges. –Thomas Monson

You have been assigned this mountain to show others it can be moved. –Tony Evans

There are no great people in this world, only great challenges which ordinary people rise to meet. –William Halsey

Challenges are gifts in disguise. –Anonymous

The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy. –Martin Luther King Jr.

Embracing your challenges is one of the best ways to incite innovation and change in your life! In order to meet every challenge with confidence it’s important that you change your mindset and face these obstacles head on! Effective change ultimately enhances personal growth, promotes progress, and grants new opportunities in life. It’s your reaction to these same stumbling blocks that will determine your destiny. Trust that there is purpose behind your pain.