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What does it mean?
Knowing how your mind is structured does not guarantee you can change it.
In plain terms
Understanding your psychology does not mean you can fix it easily.
What can you take from it?
Self-awareness is the first step but not the whole solution.

Where it applies

  • therapy
  • habits
  • personal growth

Putting it to work

  • pair insight with action
  • seek guidance
  • practice change

Questions to consider

  • Do you know your patterns?
  • Can you change what you know?

Another view

Deep understanding can sometimes provide the leverage needed for change.

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