Every single one of us, without a single exception, has gone through a period of enormous stress and sadness in our lives. This is the knife that shapes our futures. Without understanding these moments, we miss the entire picture, we miss the subtleties of the work of art that each one of us uniquely is.

An archaeological dig can take years. So can a friendship. So can a love. So can a business or a work of art. The secret origins of the people all around you are like these archaeological digs.

Dig far enough and you’ll hit oil that will energize the relationship forever.

— James Altucher

https://thoughtcatalog.com/james-altucher/2015/01/the-only-two-secrets-you-need-to-know/