The context of the following conversation is Jordan is a member of the marines and was on tour, but has returned back home.:
Jordan says Well, I'm glad I'm back for the marine tour, but boy am I a different person..
The friend responds I'm not surprised. Your experiences have made you stronger..
Jordan responds That's a good way of looking at it. You wouldn't believe the things I saw..
The friend responds You must have a hard time talking about it..
Jordan responds I do. It's like life or death, you know?.
The friend responds Well I think you've become a stronger better person from that. It takes a lot to deal with what you had to face. I admire you for it..