I think my biggest achievement is that, after going through a rather difficult time, I consider myself comparatively sane.
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About this quote
- What does it mean?
- She values her mental stability after enduring hardships more than external accomplishments. Being sane is her primary achievement.
- In plain terms
- After hard times, she feels her biggest success is staying mentally stable.
- What can you take from it?
- Mental health and stability are significant achievements worth prioritizing.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does success mean to you beyond career or wealth?
- How do you measure your mental well-being?
Another view
Defining success solely as sanity might overlook other tangible contributions.
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