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Jacobson observes that often, greater pain or challenge is the catalyst needed to trigger meaningful change. When people are firmly entrenched in unhealthy habits or toxic environments, they may refuse to see the truth until life forces their hand. Yet, awareness alone is only half the battle—action completes the process.
He describes how sometimes, light comes through darkness—examples include realization after adversity or through exposing oneself to positivity and love. Recognizing this interplay between pain and growth allows individuals to wake up and choose transformation consciously rather than by necessity.