adversity and loss make a man wise

/advˈəsɪti and lˈɒs mˌeɪk ɐ mˈan wˈaɪz/

/ædvˈɚsɪɾi ænd lˈɔs mˌeɪk ɐ mˈæn wˈaɪz/

used to imply that going through difficult or challenging situations can provide valuable lessons and insights, ultimately contributing to the development of wisdom and maturity