Now, every time I witness a strong person, I want to know: What darkness did you conquer in your story? Mountains do not rise without earthquakes. - Katherine MacKenett
One of the strongest signs of intelligence is the ability to consider another person's perspective without becoming defensive. Curiosity reveals a sharp mind. It shows who is committed to understanding rather than winning.
The biggest skill you can develop is the ability to reset fast. Bad conversation?
Move on. Bad day? Start fresh tomorrow.
Missed workout? Hit it the next day. Poor decision? Learn and adjust. You can't control what happens to you, but you control how long you let it affect you.