Strength in Repair: Rethinking ‘What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Stronger’
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Have you heard the saying “what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger?”
I’ve been throwing that line around as a joke for quite some time. If it holds true, I should have the mental fortitude of a truck by now, right?
But this morning, I stumbled upon that same line in a social media post, and it got me thinking. Sometimes what doesn’t kill you can leave you hurt and traumatized. You’re not dead, but you’re in pain and suffering.
So here’s my new thought about it.
It’s like a shattered vase. You slowly put it back together with glue one piece at a time. Once fixed, it’s not the same anymore, it’s stronger. The force that broke the vase didn’t make it stronger, repairing it did.
So, when we say “what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger,” perhaps it’s not quite accurate. It’s not the hardship itself, but the healing that follows that truly strengthens us.
It’s the act of forgiveness, the patching of our wounds, that grants us strength.
Until next time,
Katharine
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Katharine, a three-time award-winning best-selling author of twelve books, is a dynamic speaker, trainer, and advisor. Her latest work, “The Ultimate Path to Forgiveness: Unlocking Your Power,” offers profound insights into the transformative power of forgiveness.
A trailblazer in the concierge industry, Katharine founded the first association for independent concierges, shaping the industry for over two decades until her retirement in March 2023. Her pioneering spirit and commitment to excellence have left an indelible mark on the profession.
Throughout her illustrious career, Katharine has trained numerous concierge and front-line staff, earning her clients a reputation as some of the industry’s most successful. Her expertise has been sought after by major media outlets, with features on ABC News Nightline, CBS News, Good Morning America, MTV, Time Magazine, Money Magazine, Forbes, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal.
A proud breast cancer survivor, Katharine’s resilience and determination inspire others to overcome life’s challenges. Raised in the vibrant backdrop of New York City, she holds a B.A. from Lake Forest College and currently calls North Carolina home.
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