You will hardly discover or realize your true self, until you've seen yourself under pressure i.e. challenges. Yes of course, you will only discover the real stuff that you are made of, the moment you are pressurized (challenged). In other words, whoever that has never been under pressure (challenges) of life has not yet discovered his or her real self. I mean, pressures of life are naturally designed for us to prove and showcase our strenghts or weaknesses to others. So, whenever you are under pressure or rather challenged in anything in life. Do remember, that your strenght or weakness is being tested indirectly.
Emeasoba George