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Adversity Quote by Eric Cantona

“When times are difficult, I tell myself, 'I'm just passing through.'” quote by Eric Cantona
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“When times are difficult, I tell myself, 'I'm just passing through.'”

Eric Cantona

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Times, 2002

Accept hardship as temporary; view challenges as fleeting moments that pass.

In simple terms: Hardship is temporary.

Key Takeaway

Remember that difficulties will end.

Themes

resilience impermanence mindset

Mood

reflective calm

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal crises
  • career setbacks
  • health struggles

Key Concepts

Stoicism acceptance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can you learn while you “pass through”?
  • How does this view affect your response?
A Different Perspective

It may ignore the underlying causes of the difficulty.

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