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What does it mean?
Even when observing ordinary events, fundamental realities remain unchanged.
In plain terms
Life goes on without real change.
What can you take from it?
Accept that some things stay the same.

Where it applies

  • daily routine
  • political change
  • personal growth

Putting it to work

  • journaling
  • observation
  • patience

Questions to consider

  • What do you wish would change?
  • How do you handle stagnation?

Another view

Change can happen gradually or unexpectedly.

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