To learn or discover something through personal experience, especially that which is difficult, painful, or unpleasant.
What does I learned the hard way mean?
to discover what you need to know through experience or by making mistakes: He doesn't want to take my advice, so I guess he'll have to learn the hard way.
What have you learned the hard way?
30 Life Lessons Learned The Hard Way
- Not Everyone Can Be Forever. Most people we date will not be for forever. ...
- We Don't Always Get Closure. ...
- Love Doesn't Hurt. ...
- I Can Survive Anything. ...
- If The Person Loves You, He/She Comes Back. ...
- Separated People Are Not Ready. ...
- You Don't NEED Anyone. ...
- Mixed Signals Are No BUENO.