The mountain cannot frighten one who was born on it.
Attribution disputed; shown as originally published.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Those who originate from a challenging environment are not intimidated by it.
- In plain terms
- Familiarity with hardship removes fear.
- What can you take from it?
- Know your roots to stay confident.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What challenges shaped your confidence?
- Are you afraid of what you know?
Another view
Sometimes origin does not guarantee immunity to fear.
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