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What does it mean?
The speaker admits they may be wrong repeatedly and recalls past mistakes, emphasizing humility.
In plain terms
They keep reminding themselves they can be wrong again.
What can you take from it?
Stay open to being wrong and learn from past errors.

Where it applies

  • making decisions
  • reassessing beliefs

Putting it to work

  • admit mistakes
  • re‑evaluate assumptions

Questions to consider

  • How do you balance humility with confidence?
  • When is it useful to revisit past errors?

Another view

Repeated self‑doubt can hinder confidence.

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