Every problem introduces a person to himself. – John McDonnell

Not every thing that is faced can be changed. But nothing can be changed until it is faced. – James Baldwin

John Maxwell recently posted these two quotes as part of a blog post he wrote about the pain of growth.

I really liked how they work together and compliment each other to tell the story of growth.

Problems and pain are an opportunity to see ourselves in a new light, but we must actually face up to ourselves in order to seize that opportunity for growth.

A sure sign of a mature person is the person who is willing to face the mirror and honestly assess themselves in good times and in bad. When great decisions are made and bad decisions have been made.

Let’s all take the next opportunity for growth that presents itself. Let’s face up to ourselves and make the decision to change.

Make it a great day.

Jake