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What does it mean?
The best response to hardship is to continue moving forward.
In plain terms
Keep moving even when things are terrible.
What can you take from it?
Persist through difficult times.

Where it applies

  • personal crises
  • career setbacks
  • struggles

Putting it to work

  • stay active
  • avoid stagnation

Questions to consider

  • When do you keep going?
  • Is moving always right?

Another view

Sometimes stopping to rest is the best move.

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