Always remember that you are absolutely unique. Just like everyone else.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Everyone is unique in some way, but everyone is also the same as everyone else.
- In plain terms
- We are all different and all the same.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize both individuality and commonality.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How are you unique and alike?
- Does this make you feel connected?
Another view
This statement may trivialize real differences.
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