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What does it mean?
If you possess the means to fight, use them courageously and responsibly.
In plain terms
Use your strength or weapons decisively if you have them.
What can you take from it?
Face challenges with courage if you have the power to act.

Where it applies

  • facing conflict
  • making tough choices
  • personal struggle

Putting it to work

  • take decisive action
  • own your power
  • face fear

Questions to consider

  • When is force appropriate?
  • How do you show courage?

Another view

It assumes having a weapon justifies using it.

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