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This reads as a way of measuring resilience by the difficulty of the situation, not by comfort. It can be taken to mean that real strength shows up when optimism survives pressure, then grows more impressive as the odds get worse. It lands in moments of crisis, when encouragement matters less as cheerfulness and more as stubborn steadiness.
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About Matshona Dhliwayo
Matshona Dhliwayo is a Zimbabwean writer and poet. Their work explores themes of identity, colonialism, and the African experience, blending poetic language with sharp social commentary. Known for their evocative and often provocative verse, they challenge conventional narratives about African literature.
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