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What does it mean?
Confident assertion that ability and performance outweigh physical limitations.
In plain terms
My skills matter more than my size.
What can you take from it?
Confidence comes from capability, not appearance.

Where it applies

  • social interaction
  • performance

Putting it to work

  • develop skills
  • build confidence

Questions to consider

  • How do you handle insecurity?
  • What defines your worth?

Another view

Physical appearance does impact how others perceive you immediately.

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