“When it is dark enough, you can see the stars”
— Ralph Waldo Emerson
Simplified Meaning:
When things are tough or you are facing difficult times, that is when you can often see the good things more clearly. Imagine you are outside at night and there are no street lights or other artificial lights around—it is very dark. Because of this darkness, you can see the stars in the sky better than you could during the day or if there were lots of lights around. Similarly, in life, when you go through hard times, your challenges can help highlight what is truly important or special. For example, if you lose your job, it might be a tough time, but it can also give you the chance to discover what really makes you happy or to spend more time with loved ones. This teaches you that even in bad situations, there can be a silver lining; something positive can come out of it. Hence, the dark times can help you appreciate the good things you might otherwise overlook.
