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What does it mean?
If one tries their hardest, no further complaint is possible.
In plain terms
Doing your best is enough.
What can you take from it?
Rest assured when you have given your all.

Where it applies

  • work
  • personal goals
  • post mortem

Putting it to work

  • evaluate effort over outcome
  • accept results
  • avoid self-blame

Questions to consider

  • Did you try your best?
  • How do you measure success?

Another view

Doing your best does not guarantee the desired outcome.

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