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What does it mean?
The ultimate challenge is overcoming one's own internal desires and flaws rather than external obstacles.
In plain terms
You cannot beat your own internal flaws.
What can you take from it?
Self-mastery is the hardest victory to achieve.

Where it applies

  • personal development
  • addiction recovery
  • leadership

Putting it to work

  • self-improvement
  • mindfulness

Questions to consider

  • What is the Mark Inside for you?
  • How do you fight your internal habits?

Another view

It neglects external barriers that also impede success.

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