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What does it mean?
The speaker refuses entry to others and chooses to adapt like a stubborn animal.
In plain terms
I will not let you in and I will stay strong.
What can you take from it?
Choose your allies and stand firm against pressure.

Where it applies

  • confrontation
  • setting limits
  • standing ground

Putting it to work

  • say no
  • face challenges
  • adapt to survive

Questions to consider

  • Who do you let in?
  • Why do you change?

Another view

Constant resistance can lead to loneliness.

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