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What does it mean?
The speaker views their existence as a continuous journey.
In plain terms
My life has been a long journey.
What can you take from it?
Life is an ongoing process.

Where it applies

  • personal reflection
  • biographical notes

Putting it to work

  • embrace change
  • reflect on progress

Questions to consider

  • What defines a 'journey' in life?
  • How do you measure progress?

Another view

A journey metaphor may overlook periods of stagnation.

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