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What does it mean?
Her partner encouraged her to join the band, giving her courage she lacked on her own.
In plain terms
She joined the band because Paul encouraged her.
What can you take from it?
Support from others helps overcome fear.

Where it applies

  • career changes
  • trying new things

Putting it to work

  • supporting others
  • overcoming hesitation

Questions to consider

  • Who encouraged you to take a risk?
  • How do you help others be brave?

Another view

It implies she lacked confidence without external push.

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