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What does it mean?
True security comes from self-reliance and confidence in handling life's challenges.
In plain terms
Relying on your own ability to cope gives you real security.
What can you take from it?
Develop personal competence to feel secure in uncertain times.

Where it applies

  • personal development
  • crisis management
  • life planning

Putting it to work

  • build skills
  • practice problem-solving
  • reduce dependency

Questions to consider

  • What makes you feel truly safe?
  • How do you prepare for the unknown?

Another view

Some risks are beyond individual control regardless of capability.

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