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Adversity builds muscle. Adversity creates strength. Adversity, it turns out, is preparation for success.

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Andy Andrews
Age: 65
Born: 1959
Born: May 22
Author
Motivational Speaker
Orange Beach
Alabama
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Success
Builds
Muscle
Muscles
Preparation
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Adversity
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