Adversity Quote by Phyllis Bottome
“There are two ways of meeting difficulties: you alter the difficulties or you alter yourself meeting them.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Road to Knowledge, 1935
Change either the problem or your response to it, showing that personal adaptation can overcome obstacles.
In simple terms: Adapt the challenge or adapt yourself.
Choose to change your approach.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- workplace conflict
- personal setbacks
- health challenges
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you change the difficulty?
- What self‑changes are feasible?
Changing the problem may be impossible.