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What does it mean?
Each person is ultimately responsible for their own life; no one else can be held accountable.
In plain terms
You alone control your life.
What can you take from it?
Take ownership of your choices.

Where it applies

  • making life decisions
  • facing consequences

Putting it to work

  • set personal goals
  • reflect on actions

Questions to consider

  • How do you define responsibility for yourself?
  • When might external help be necessary?

Another view

It may overlook structural factors that limit freedom.

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