Men are at war with each other because each man is at war with himself.
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About this quote
- What does it mean?
- External conflict stems from internal personal struggles and self discord.
- In plain terms
- Men fight each other because they fight within themselves.
- What can you take from it?
- Internal conflict drives external conflict.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What internal struggles drive your external conflicts?
Another view
Not all conflicts originate from internal issues.
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