Getting betrayed by a close friend for the first time in life. Moving to a new city all by yourself and building a life through it all. Going through a tough heartbreak. Failing in something you really cared about in life. A death of a close one. Challenging experiences make you stronger because they force you to grow and adapt. They make you face your fears and weaknesses head on, and they provide the opportunity to learn and grow. They also teach you how to persevere through tough times and how to work together as a team. No challenge is too big or too small for the growth and development of a person.