I think the idea is that it takes courage / grit to overcome adversity. Some people have faced real adversity. For example, growing up in a gang infested neig

I think the idea is that it takes courage / grit to overcome adversity. Some people have faced real adversity. For example, growing up in a gang infested neighborhood, where your social network is mostly criminals and junkies is a serious handicap. Others are just lying to make themselves look better.