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What does it mean?
Night study with a small flame in solitude brings success.
In plain terms
Quiet night work leads to progress.
What can you take from it?
Study alone at night to succeed.

Where it applies

  • research
  • creation

Putting it to work

  • schedule night work
  • eliminate noise

Questions to consider

  • When do you focus best?
  • What fuels your effort?

Another view

Night work is not feasible or healthy for everyone.

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