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What does it mean?
A meaningful path is often difficult and solitary but leads to beauty.
In plain terms
Hard paths can be rewarding.
What can you take from it?
Choose difficult but meaningful paths.

Where it applies

  • career choice
  • personal growth
  • travel

Putting it to work

  • take risks
  • embrace challenges

Questions to consider

  • What path scares you?
  • What makes a view amazing?

Another view

Some risks are unnecessary or too dangerous.

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