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Overwhelming Brutal Truths You Must Accept to Unlock Your Potential
We are preoccupied with our own struggles
It's easy to think that the whole world is watching your every move and listening to your every word.
That is not the case. That everyday struggle we all experience takes most of our attention, meaning we don't have time or energy to look if you made a mistake.
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Past experiences
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“Work, Play, Fit, Push” Framework
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