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What does it mean?
A woman's view of other women defines her character.
In plain terms
How women view other women tests their nature.
What can you take from it?
Judge character by how one treats peers.

Where it applies

  • social dynamics
  • workplace
  • friendship

Putting it to work

  • practice solidarity
  • avoid judgment
  • support peers

Questions to consider

  • How do you judge others?
  • Do you support peers?

Another view

It is unfair to place this burden only on women.

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