People ask me about what sacrifices I've made. I always answer: I've made no sacrifices, I've made choices.
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I think, if you have enough inner resources, then you can live in isolation for long periods of time and not feel diminished by it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Inner strength allows one to endure isolation without feeling weakened.
Aung San Suu Kyi emphasizes the importance of inner resources, which include emotional and mental resilience, in enabling individuals to withstand periods of solitude. The quote suggests that a person with sufficient inner strength can navigate isolation positively, finding fulfillment and maintaining one's sense of self without external validation or connection.
Themes
Inner StrengthIsolationResilienceSelf-AwarenessSolitude
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used during a motivational speech about self-reliance and mental health.
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