Quotes about Adversity
In stories, the external problem is often a physical, tangible problem the hero must overcome in order to save the day.
— Donald Miller
Most of us struggle with the opposite. We don't bring up the negative stakes enough and so the story we're telling falls flat. Remember, if there are no stakes, there is no story.
— Donald Miller
If we begin our day believing life is supposed to be easy, we will certainly have a terrible day. Life is not easy, nor was it ever supposed to be.
— Donald Miller
And stories are all about conflict.
— Donald Miller
1.?What does the hero want? 2.?Who or what is opposing the hero getting what she wants? 3.?What will the hero's life look like if she does (or does not) get what she wants?
— Donald Miller
Once an ambition has been decided, a positive turn is an event that moves the protagonist closer to the ambition, and a negative turn moves the protagonist away from his ambition.
— Donald Miller
Storybrand Principle Six: Every human being is trying to avoid a tragic ending.
— Donald Miller
A story starts with a hero who wants something. And then the question becomes: Will the hero get what she wants?
— Donald Miller
Heroes need to be challenged by outside forces.
— Donald Miller
You put your characters through hell. You put them through hell. That's the only way we change.
— Donald Miller
People will always choose a story that helps them survive and thrive.
— Donald Miller
Following your convictions means you must be willing to face criticism from those who lack the same courage to do what is right. It's called the road less traveled.
— Donald Trump