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What does it mean?
Focusing on past grievances and competition diminishes your potential and self-worth.
In plain terms
Holding grudges and trying to win against others makes you smaller.
What can you take from it?
Let go of past conflicts to grow into your full potential.

Where it applies

  • conflict resolution
  • personal development
  • workplace dynamics

Putting it to work

  • practice forgiveness
  • focus on self-improvement
  • avoid comparisons

Questions to consider

  • What past score are you still keeping?
  • How does competition limit your growth?

Another view

Sometimes accountability for past wrongs is necessary for justice.

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