Finding Meaning in Life's Difficulties (Free Event)

Schedule

Tue Feb 03 2026 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-06:00

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UAFS Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center, Rm 129A | Fort Smith, AR

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Is there hidden value in the difficulties and hardships of life, or are these things just to try to get past as quickly as possible? If so, how can we emerge from the current world crisis we are facing as stronger, more resilient individuals and communities?



When we look at the difficult moments of our lives, aren’t those often the times when we grew the most? So many valuable lessons in life and growth opportunities are hard-won, often coming out of these trying moments. So why are we so focused on avoiding these difficulties? From this perspective, how would we as individuals and as a society confront the inevitable struggles we will be faced with? How can we build stronger communities that ensure not only that we don’t have to face struggles alone, but that we as individuals will emerge stronger as well?



Come join a different kind of conversation – one that welcomes every perspective in a search for the truths that unite us all – as we discuss the spiritual perspective offered by the Bahá’í Teachings on the opportunity for growth during times of struggle. Join us for a lively discussion as we reflect on the meaning of the struggles of life and explore the true nature of progress.




“The troubles of this world pass and what we have left is what we have made of our souls.” – Bahá’í Teachings



*** This event is free and open to all regardless of background or belief. Donations will not be accepted.

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UAFS Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center, Rm 129A, 800 N 50th St, Fort Smith, United States

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