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What does it mean?
Life situations gradually reveal human imperfection to us.
In plain terms
We learn we are imperfect over time.
What can you take from it?
Accept that life teaches us our flaws slowly.

Where it applies

  • personal crises
  • aging
  • career setbacks

Putting it to work

  • accept faults
  • learn from mistakes
  • practice humility

Questions to consider

  • What has shown you your limits?
  • How do you handle not being perfect?

Another view

Some people may never fully confront their imperfections due to denial.

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