Rainbows can’t rise without storms.

“Turbulence that blows you to greatness is better than calmness that stalls you in mediocrity.”

— Matshona Dhliwayo

“You’re destined for greatness,” Life said. “But first, I’m going to make you cry.”

— Matshona Dhliwayo

“adversity is a great tool to self discovery.”

— Lailah Gifty Akita

“Don’t be discouraged by life’s difficulties. With hope and determination, you can triumph over any difficulties.”

— Lailah Gifty Akita

“I love to walk. Walking is a spiritual journey and a reflection of living. Each of us must determine which path to take and…

— Edie Littlefield Sundby

“The most beautiful rose still has to contend with ugly thorns.”

— Matshona Dhliwayo

“The sky belongs to eagles, even during storms.”

— Matshona Dhliwayo

“If you press grapes, wine will pour out; if you crush roses, perfume will pour out; if you afflict the talented, genius will pour…

— Matshona Dhliwayo

“Be like a rose; no matter how many thorns you encounter in life, bloom.”

— Matshona Dhliwayo

“Behind every dark cloud is a sunny sky.”

— Matshona Dhliwayo

“It is impossible to graduate from the University of Life with no scars.”

— Matshona Dhliwayo

“I am a happy soul, despite all life challenges.”

— Lailah Gifty Akita

“The darkest storms color the brightest rainbows.”

— Matshona Dhliwayo

“When God pushes you off a cliff, it is your faith He wants you to use as wings.”

— Matshona Dhliwayo

“Stars do not hide from darkness. Roses do not hide from thorns. Diamonds do not hide from pressure.”

— Matshona Dhliwayo