From Post-apocalyptic novel “Those Who Remain” by G. Michael Hopf #motivation #nyc

Strength isn’t just built in the dark — it starts there.
Know where you are in the cycle.
Be the one who breaks it.

🔁 The Cycle of Civilization
This quote describes a four-phase cycle often seen throughout history — in civilizations, generations, and even individuals:

1. “Hard times create strong men”
Tough circumstances force people to adapt, fight, and grow.
They learn resilience, discipline, and purpose.
Think of:
-The Great Depression
-War-time generations
-Immigrants building new lives from nothing
These people become mentally and emotionally tough, because they must.

2. “Strong men create good times”
Once those tough individuals rise up, they build.
They create safety, innovation, peace, prosperity — the “good times.”
Their efforts give the next generation comfort and opportunity.

3. “Good times create weak men”
When comfort becomes the norm, the next generation may grow disconnected from struggle.
They may lose:
-A sense of urgency
-Gratitude
-Discipline
This leads to complacency, entitlement, or even decline in values.

4. “Weak men create hard times”
Eventually, weakness — in leadership, culture, or accountability — leads to crisis.
Bad decisions, laziness, or lack of preparedness bring instability, and the cycle begins again.

🧠 Why This Quote Resonates Today
People reference this quote in discussions about:
Societal decline and leadership
Generational values
Economic and cultural shifts
Masculinity and purpose
The importance of staying strong and grounded in good times
It speaks to the idea that struggle breeds strength, but comfort, if unchecked, breeds decline.
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