Law 47: Do Not Go Past the Mark You Aimed For; In Victory, Learn When to Stop - Deepstash

Law 47: Do Not Go Past the Mark You Aimed For; In Victory, Learn When to Stop

Key Idea: Know when to stop.

Phrase: "Enough is enough."

Scenario: Don’t overdo a joke or action.

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Imagine you’re in high school or college. You know how sometimes it feels like everyone’s trying to impress each other or get ahead? The "48 Laws of Power" are a bit like a playbook for these situations. They’re not about being mean or tricking people. Instead, they’re about being smart and knowing how to handle things so you can achieve your goals without causing unnecessary problems. With that, we must remember that we should instill ethical considerations in our actions.

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