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When we long for life without difficulties, remind us that oaks grow strong in contrary winds and diamonds are made unde
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"When we long for life without difficulties, remind us that oaks grow strong in contrary winds and diamonds are made under pressure"

- Peter Marshall

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This quote by Peter Marshall is a tip that life has lots of difficulties and obstacles, however these can be utilized to our benefit. Difficulties can assist us to grow and become more powerful, much like an oak tree that grows strong in contrary winds. Similarly, diamonds are formed under tremendous pressure, and this pressure is what provides their strength and appeal. This quote motivates us to accept the difficulties in life and use them to our advantage. It advises us that we can use our struggles to become more powerful and more durable. Troubles can assist us to establish our character and progress variations of ourselves. We need to not avoid obstacles, however rather use them to our benefit.

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Scotland Flag This quote is written / told by Peter Marshall between May 27, 1902 and January 26, 1949. He/she was a famous Clergyman from Scotland. The author also have 12 other quotes.

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