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What does it mean?
War originates from individuals seeking personal gain at the cost of others.
In plain terms
Conflict starts when one person tries to win by hurting another.
What can you take from it?
Personal greed is a root cause of conflict.

Where it applies

  • international relations
  • workplace rivalry
  • community disputes

Putting it to work

  • promote cooperation
  • recognize shared interests
  • avoid zero-sum thinking

Questions to consider

  • When have you seen competition turn destructive?
  • How can you prioritize mutual benefit?

Another view

War can also arise from misunderstandings or systemic issues, not just individual greed.

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