Suffering isn’t ennobling, recovery is.
Meaning of the quote
The quote suggests that experiencing hardship or pain (suffering) does not make someone better or more admirable. Instead, overcoming that difficulty and healing (recovery) is what makes a person stronger and more respectable. It means that going through a tough time doesn't automatically make you a better person, but how you handle it and move forward is what truly matters.
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