"Adversity, and perseverance and all these things can shape you. They can give you a value and a self-esteem that is priceless."

Adversity, Perseverance, Self, Value

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"Adversity, and perseverance and all these things can shape you. They can give you a value and a self-esteem that is priceless."

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