This meme uses a circular format to illustrate the idea that the phrase "suffering builds character" is often repeated in a self-perpetuating cycle. The character depicted, with an unsettling smile, suggests an ironic or darkly humorous take on the concept. It implies that people continuously endure suffering in the belief that it will lead to personal growth or character development, but the repetition highlights a potentially toxic mindset. Overall, it critiques the notion that suffering is inherently beneficial.
