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The Length of Adversity

The Length of Adversity

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Adversity is not optional.

You don't get to choose when it shows up. And you definitely don't get to choose how long it stays.

In this episode, John shares the powerful "coffee bean" metaphor popularized by Damon West and pairs it with a quote from Duke Women's basketball coach Kara Lawson:

"You don't get to choose the length of adversity. You only get to control who you are in it."

This episode is about identity under pressure and who you are becoming while the water is still boiling.

🟩 Green Box Quote:
You may not choose how long it lasts. You choose who you become.

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