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What does it mean?
Depp credits his child's birth with clearing mental fog and bringing clarity.
In plain terms
Becoming a parent made everything feel clear and focused.
What can you take from it?
Parenthood can bring sudden clarity and purpose to your life.

Where it applies

  • becoming a parent
  • finding meaning
  • personal change

Putting it to work

  • embrace new roles
  • seek focus

Questions to consider

  • What gives you clarity?
  • How has life changed you?

Another view

Parenting can also bring confusion and stress.

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