(I)
I am tough.
I used to need to boast about this, but I don’t anymore.
(II)
I am tough.
That does not give me the right to be arrogant, or condescending, or inconsiderate.
Those are characteristics of the weak.
(III)
I am tough.
May I treat everyone I meet with compassion and generosity. Especially those whom I believe are weak.
That’s what my strength is for.
