The debate regarding nature and nurture has been a long one and continues to this day.

Consider one situation where it comes into play.

Two people grow up in very terrible environments.

Perhaps they were the victim of abuse.

One person, devastated by the experience chooses a life of crime or addiction.

Another person, who has been the victim of something similar, or perhaps even worse, determines to make their life into something worthwhile.

What is the difference?

Does an innate resilience or lack of resilience play a role?