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Old 02-15-2009, 12:31 AM
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Originally Posted by u-dog View Post
Yes, that's possible. Adversity often has things to teach and remind us if we are open to learning and remembering. One of the secrets to getting smarter as you get older is learning to be open to the lessons that adversity teaches.

This doesn't mean that adversity doesn't suck. it does. It just means that good can come of it if you are looking for it. God also has a way of lurking about in the midst of difficult times waiting to give us a leg up into new insights.
I like it, well put.

The quote that comes to mind:
"The worst thing that happens to you may be the best thing for you if you don't let it get the best of you."


Since other than your response, it appears that this thread may be a dead end. Let's expand.

What are some other good things that have come from this recession?
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