Hard things Quote by Nick Hornby
“There had been times when he knew, somewhere in him, that he would get used to it, whatever it was, because he had learnt that some hard things became softer after a very little while.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: About a Boy, 1998
People can become accustomed to hardship, as time softens the impact of difficult experiences.
In simple terms: Hard things become softer over time.
Give yourself time to adjust.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- personal loss
- career challenges
- relationship struggles
- health issues
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What hardships have you softened?
- How does time change your perception?
Some hardships never fully fade.