Refining metals such as Gold requires continuous cycles of repeated
pressure and heat that filters away impurities and allows the metals
to shine with clarity. In our lives, it is often our "mistakes" and
more difficult lessons that refine us. These strenuous processes draw
out our finest qualities, the strengths and wisdom that make us shine.

Too often we focus on perceived impurties, rather than keeping our
sight focused on the goal of growth. When we focus on all that we see
as "wrong" we take energy away that can be devoted to building on our
strengths. It is this personal refinement process that allows us to
reach our full potential. We can learn and be built up by our
mistakes and trials, or we can crumble under the pressure.

~Dailypowerwords.com