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What does it mean?
True maturity comes from thinking independently rather than relying on others.
In plain terms
Growing up means thinking for yourself.
What can you take from it?
Develop intellectual independence.

Where it applies

  • education
  • career development

Putting it to work

  • practice critical thinking

Questions to consider

  • When did you first think alone?

Another view

Collaboration sometimes requires guidance.

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