Furry Quote #7 - Diamonds are Created Under Pressure

This quote first appeared in Furry Weekly Issue #95


"Tough times don't last, tough people do. Everybody wants to be a diamond, the more it is cut, the brighter it sparkles. Remember, diamonds are created under pressure from dirty coal."


-Unknown


~~~


This quote honestly explains itself pretty well, but I want to take some time to discuss the story behind it. We all know life has ups and downs. We all know that things get hard for everyone. Some get a worse hand dealt in life than others. A lot of these people are put under immense pressure and just want to give up because they feel it will never let up. It is these people that are in need of lots of love and support, and it is these people that will become some of the best diamonds.


Unfortunately, these people crack under the pressure and don't have anyone to hold them up. They need help and support to get through the hard times they're going through. This is help that anyone can provide. They may only need someone to talk to or a shoulder to cry on, but they all need something that someone can provide. We just all have to be willing to help out those who are suffering.


We're all being made into diamonds together. Some of us undergo more pressure than others, and those of us that don't take as much pressure can help those that feel like they're about to crack. It doesn't matter how much you're going through. You could be dealing with a lot, or you could be having smooth sailing in your life, but everyone needs someone who will be there for them to lift them up. Strive to be that person for someone. Strive to help someone through a time when they feel like they just won't make it and want to give up. Show them love. Show them strength. Show them mercy. Guide them gently and let them know that this will all end soon.


And if you're one of the diamonds that feels like they're about to break, reach out to someone. Asking for help is not a weakness. Let someone guide you and help you. Be open to what they have to say. Talk to them. Listen and maybe try their advice. But whatever you do, don't give up.


That's all for this time!


Much love and stay strong,


Fluffle

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