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What does it mean?
The speaker sheds pride to reconnect with their true instincts.
In plain terms
Drop your pride and listen to your true self.
What can you take from it?
Let go of ego to find inner truth.

Where it applies

  • inner conflict
  • seeking truth
  • personal growth

Putting it to work

  • reflect on pride
  • listen to intuition
  • be vulnerable

Questions to consider

  • When did ego get in your way?
  • How do you connect with your instincts?

Another view

It assumes instincts are always reliable without scrutiny.

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