"When we experience loss, our instinct is to escape the discomfort as quickly as possible. We over-execute at work to feel in control. We minimize what's happening at home to seem strong."
"Jensen Huang, CEO of NVIDIA, told a group of Stanford students, 'I wish upon you ample doses of pain and suffering. Greatness comes from character, and character isn't formed out of smart people. It's formed out of people who suffered.'"
"That instinct may provide short-term relief. But it quietly erodes the very resources we most need to recover: clarity, energy, and self-trust."
Helen faced two crises: a house fire and a business downturn, leading to feelings of grief and helplessness. Standard resilience advice often fails to address the weight of multiple losses. The instinct to escape discomfort can provide temporary relief but undermines essential recovery resources. Jensen Huang emphasizes that character is forged through suffering, which cultivates resilience and innovation. Recognizing this pattern is not a sign of weakness; it marks the beginning of personal growth and transformation.
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