November 26, 2013



Tough People vs Tough Times

We have all experienced good and bad times. But for the most part, good and bad times are decided by how we deal with each and every situation. 

This has definitely been a very challenging year due to various reasons that has made it a very tough year. However tough the times may be, I always remember that nothing beats a tough mind, heart and attitude. 

Thus, “Tough times NEVER last. Tough people always do.” So the next time you think you are having a shitty day, week, month or even year – keep your self motivated by knowing that all tough times will pass. So keep moving forward and take the necessary actions to overcome all tough times. 

32 comments:

Grace Tan said...

Ernie,

Tough times will either break us or strengthen us. This is where we accept things beyond our control and make the best out of it.

Not many can do that, the accepting bit ... depends a lot on who is by your side when you are going through it.

Won't tell you to toughen up, you are already a man of steel ... reminds me of SUPERMAN ! :o))

kuhan-RAJ-a said...

Tough time is the test from GOD to see a human's will power - either they are strong to fight back or weak to give up.

Ms Yati said...

Tough people will always do well as they have learnt the hard way to get where they want to get too and they also understand that tough times will not stay there forever but its needed in their life because those tough times are what mold them to be who they are today...

Beverly said...

Couldn't agree more on this, tough people are definitely those who last, tough times are only tests.

Without roughing and toughing it out, Man will not grow as well.

Rina R. said...

I couldn't agree more with this statement.

Life is all about lesson learnt and continuing to step forward and learning from the past, the mistake, the SHITTY days.

Unknown said...

A failure to one person might be a great learning experience for someone else. Do not allow that fear to stop us doing the things that can move us forward to achieve our goals. All the best & great journey ahead towards 2014.

烤焦面包人 said...

We must look at the tough times and challenges as life's test. When God closes a door for you, He will definitely open another one for you. Those who can stand the tests of time are those who will live a colourful life.

Michelle Liew

烤焦面包人 said...

We must look at the tough times and challenges as life's test. When God closes a door for you, He will definitely open another one for you. Those who can stand the tests of time are those who will live a colourful life.

Michelle Liew

Shaik Faizul said...

Hard time make me stronger and better.

Unknown said...

We have to embrace the hardships that come along the way, because it will make us even stronger and stronger.
So let's continue with our journey and beat all the tough times together!!!

Suria said...

Tough times are when you will find your deepest strenght to go against all odds to make things right..

GW said...

...and when there is a will there is a way! ...so yes tough times will not last...and good ones does!

Anonymous said...

Keep positive, and the tough times will just flew away without us knowing it! - SAL-

Carol said...

Tough time always come and go. So does Good time.

Anonymous said...

life is a lesson, you'll learn it when you're through...

***Jimi

Shera said...

That's true. We are all tough people. That's why we are still here and striving towards success.

Head up, heart open. To better days!

anson said...

Oei Jia Hao Said....

Hard time make me stronger and grow,but Good time make me better

Anonymous said...

Hard time make me stronger and grow,
Good time make me better
-Oei Jia Hao

Narvin Athial said...

Couldn't agree more. Been a tough year, but things are getting better as I did not give up. Kept looking at all the tough times as a learning curve to better myself, and as challenges to overcome.

It comes down to whether we would bend and give in to tough times, or rise above it, and rise above it is the correct choice.

Noorfa said...

Yes, I agree. For me I do my best to overcome it before I surrender.

“Obstacles don’t have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don’t turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it.” – Michael Jordan

Samantha Siew said...

Toughness is define by ourself.

Suganthi Sase said...

I agree with you Boss. Tough time teaches us to become a tough person! In life, we have to come across tough times to be strong and vise. When we face problems in life, we have to welcome them with a positive thought that all problems are going to shape us to be a better person in future.

Unknown said...

"Tough times create tough people."
Thanks to all my friends who have been there for me during my tough time. These tough games are learning experiences so by the time payoffs arrive, we will be ready.

Yasota said...

Tough times will leave us a black mark in our life which we will never want to face again. I am a better person in life now because I have learn a lot of good lesson during my tough times.

Anonymous said...

Bad time will come for sure. For me, its a part of learning process. Do what you have to do and keep moving. Hana

MY said...

Woah! This is so true. I have been in very tough situations in my life and am very proud to say that I have overcome them and become even stronger. I have stayed focused based on the advise given by my colleagues, bosses and friends all throughout and it has indeed paid off. If you keep giving up eveytime you face a difficult or tough situation, you will always remain in the same cycle of giving up - starting something new - giving up. After 30 years you will be in the same spot!!

Ivy Ling said...

We should improve our EQ ability to helps us to identify, evaluate and control our own emotions and to better understand and manage the emotions whether at work or at home. Everyone has their own personal or family problems and they should clearly know that it is wrong to bring their bad mood to work. We need to be happy and be positive when we are at work as this will helps to increase our energy and create a happier working environment effectively towards higher productivity. So, please stay positive and be creative in handling bad situation whether we are at home or at work.

Anonymous said...

Setuju Bos. Jangan cepat melatah dengan masa buruk yang datang. Kuatkan semangat - Roslee

Hema said...

Yes! Tough Times Never Last, But Tough People Do!!

Anonymous said...

Dont ever give up - Hafizi

Haffizah said...

Sometimes hard time is good in life.. it will teach people to be a better person

Looi said...

The determination to overcome all kinds of difficulties - that's what make us stronger. A lesson that Ernie continues to impart to us. "The finest steel is forged in the hottest fire."