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What does it mean?
Avoid anything that weakens your spirit, mind, or body.
In plain terms
Stay away from things that make you weaker.
What can you take from it?
Protect your strength by avoiding harmful influences.

Where it applies

  • habit formation
  • choice-making
  • recovery

Putting it to work

  • set boundaries
  • choose supportive environments

Questions to consider

  • What drains your energy?
  • What strengthens you?

Another view

What weakens one person may not affect another the same way.

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