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What does it mean?
Time reveals truth by overcoming conflict and exposing lies.
In plain terms
Eventually, truth wins and lies are exposed.
What can you take from it?
Trust that truth will surface over time.

Where it applies

  • disputes
  • political struggles
  • personal misunderstandings

Putting it to work

  • patience in debate
  • fact-checking
  • conflict resolution

Questions to consider

  • What truths are currently hidden?
  • How do you handle uncertainty?

Another view

Time does not always guarantee truth is recognized by everyone.

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