We have met the enemy and he is us.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The real enemy is often ourselves, our flaws, or our own actions rather than an external foe.
- In plain terms
- We are often our own worst enemy.
- What can you take from it?
- Self-reflection is needed to overcome personal obstacles.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How much of our struggle is self-inflicted?
- Who or what is your real enemy?
Another view
It ignores external factors that can truly be enemies.
More from Walt Kelly
Looking back on things, the view always improves.
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