Character is not made in crisis; it is revealed. But the preparation for that revelation happens in life's daily challenges.
Context
This quote offers a nuanced understanding of how character develops. We often think that major crises create our character, but the truth is more subtle and empowering.
Our true "character" is indeed "revealed" during significant challenges—those moments show who we've become. However, the "preparation for that revelation" happens gradually through how we handle "life's daily challenges." The small choices we make every day—to be honest when it's difficult, to be kind when we're tired, to persevere when we want to quit—are what actually build the character that will shine through when bigger tests come.
This quote emphasizes the importance of our daily choices. It reminds us that we are constantly building our character through how we respond to life's ordinary moments, preparing ourselves for whatever extraordinary challenges may come.