Turning Disadvantages to Advantages
By Curlann
@annierose (21977)
United States
April 3, 2016 1:54am CST
One way to test a person adaptability and versatility is when he can fight against the cruel punches of life and turn disadvantages to advantages.
It is an advantage if you were born with a silver spoon, how about if you are not? A student who despite of his struggles in poverty was still able to finish his studies and triumphantly graduated with a degree is a good example of this. Another example are those handicapped who do not give up on their life and still become successful in life by living a still normal life.
Are there disadvantages in your life in which you were able to turn it into advantages?
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@scheng1 (24649)
• Singapore
3 Apr 16
I think being born in the right country is very important.
Girls who are born in Middle East where they are not allowed the freedom to fulfill their dreams are at a disadvantage.
They cannot just move out, get a job, and enjoy a kind of lifestyle that they want.
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@annierose (21977)
• United States
3 Apr 16
I do not know that girls in Middle East suffer from that condition. Does it have something to do with their traditions and beliefs?
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@scheng1 (24649)
• Singapore
3 Apr 16
@annierose Of course, they cannot even take a bus unescorted!
We should value our freedom.
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@annierose (21977)
• United States
3 Apr 16
@scheng1 I am wondering if all girls follow that or there might be some who prefer to disobey that in exchange for freedom..Here in my country, cultures are slowly changing from conservative to being liberated.
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@annierose (21977)
• United States
3 Apr 16
@skysnap I agree with you. Have you ever overcome a certain kind of hardship before?
@annierose (21977)
• United States
3 Apr 16
I think it has something to do with our mindset. Try to observe and analyze how we think.
@skysnap (20152)
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3 Apr 16
@annierose being good with presence of mind. and having multiple ways to deal with problem is the mindset required. also optimism and a bit of pessimism plays a good role.
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@annierose (21977)
• United States
6 Apr 16
As they say everything happens for a reason. I heard older people tell that those people who were raised in poverty are stronger and braver than people who were raised the other way around. But I know there will always be some people, who, even rich are also considered strong and brave against the blows of life.
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@jaboUK (64346)
• United Kingdom
6 Apr 16
@annierose Yes - being rich doesn't stop people being brave and good. There are good and bad amongst them, just as there are amongst the rest of us
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@annierose (21977)
• United States
4 Apr 16
I believe on it. When I was in college and just only depend on my family, I buy lots of things without thinking if it is really needed. But when I started to work and found out how difficult it is to earn money, then I start to be wise in spending.
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@annierose (21977)
• United States
6 Apr 16
@gudheart I think that you will become very rich easily because you are economical. As with me, my only vices are books and trips. It gives me inspiration and energy especially when things become dull for me.
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@gudheart (12659)
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4 Apr 16
@annierose Even now that I am earning I don't spend it unless really need to. Rarely treat myself.
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@annierose (21977)
• United States
3 Apr 16
Being optimistic is one of life's blessings. It give us more strenght and hope. Believing something good is about to happen makes me forget the discouragements and rejections in my past.
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@BettyB (4117)
• Summerville, South Carolina
3 Apr 16
Life will always dish out a few disadvantages. How we handle them determines our character. I think the people born with a silver spoon in their mouth are the ones will the real disadvantage. They rarely learn to roll with the punches. They're quicker to give up
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@annierose (21977)
• United States
3 Apr 16
That was what I often heard from other people too. I think it was a way of encouraging poor people never give up and be strong. Have you ever experienced having misfortunes?
@annierose (21977)
• United States
6 Apr 16
@BettyB I understand. My mom always tell me to save money and if I already have much then try to invest it on buying lands. Her face always beams with hopes whenever she sees how her once poor as a rat friend is now one of the richest in our place. She wants me to be like her friend-- to know how to use money wisely.
@BettyB (4117)
• Summerville, South Carolina
5 Apr 16
@annierose I grew up dirt poor, and my husband and I walked a tight line when our kids were little. We've had our fair share of rough times. We live conservatively and watch pennies. It's become a way of life.
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@annierose (21977)
• United States
4 Apr 16
We can be too like them. I admire them too and I get inspired whenever I encounter such people in real life. They make me realize how good it is to live.
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@slund2041 (3314)
• United States
6 Apr 16
I know so many who were born with a silver spoon in their mouth. I was not that lucky. I am thankful though, because I know what it is like to struggle. Most people have normal lives, and have never gone through anything.
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@annierose (21977)
• United States
6 Apr 16
Pains make us stronger. We can be considered soldiers in life and hurts make us braver and wiser too. I think no one can escape hurts, problems, and pain. They are a parcel in our journey.
@sjvg1976 (42727)
• Delhi, India
3 Apr 16
It's true people who are born in a good family always have an advantage as they never get deprived of anything. Yes we had as my father's earnings was not enough to feed four kids still we all studied well and have been doing well now when have our own families
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@annierose (21977)
• United States
3 Apr 16
I also experienced having difficulties in money that did not leave me any choice but to be a working student. It was really tough working in the morning and attending classes in the afternoon plus the responsibilities at home that I needed to fulfill. I am glad that those things make me strong and I believe it happened with you too. How were you able to finish your studies despite financial difficulties?
@annierose (21977)
• United States
3 Apr 16
@nomus24g Our family is very important. Other people can step out in our life easily but not our family. They are a treasure.
@annierose (21977)
• United States
4 Apr 16
It is a good thing being flexible in our life and to go on no matter how heavy our heart is due to unwanted circumstances. I agree that having an open mind is a must. As what other people says, we should not waste our time looking on closed doors, instead, turn around and look for other opportunities.
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@annierose (21977)
• United States
7 Apr 16
I also keep on doing my best to be positive all the time. Positive thinking results positive actions.
I am Leo, Leo's have strong personalities @annierose (21977)
• United States
3 Apr 16
I am under the zodiac sign Leo too. 
It is nice to know that Leo have srrong personalities. I know Leo are born as leaders too.
It is nice to know that Leo have srrong personalities. I know Leo are born as leaders too.1 person likes this
