“Hard things are hard.” This simple truth, shared by David Axelrod with President Obama during the Affordable Care Act's passage, resonates deeply in our world of instant gratification. As we increasingly avoid discomfort, we miss opportunities for growth. Consider the lobster: confined in its rigid shell, it must embrace discomfort to grow. Each time it feels pressure, it retreats to shed its shell and emerge anew. This powerful analogy reminds us that stress can signal growth. Are we ready to embrace the hard things in life and transform adversity into opportunity? Discover how we can grow through challenges.