The first step to self-knowledge is rejection of the familiar. Write a response in which you discuss the extent to which you agree or disagree with the recommendation and explain your reasoning for the position you take. In developing and supporting your

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The first step to self-knowledge is rejection of the familiar.

Write a response in which you discuss the extent to which you agree or disagree with the recommendation and explain your reasoning for the position you take. In developing and supporting your position, describe specific circumstances in which adopting the recommendation would or would not be advantageous and explain how these examples shape your position.

In life and nature, the most certain element is change. Species evolve to adapt to changing habitats and conditions. As such people must constantly progressively adapt to ever-chaning circumstances or social norms. In the context of living a fulfilling life, both personally and professionally, one must be able to understand where he stands, measure his current abilities and plan how he reach his potential, or move to where he wants to be. Philosophically, self-knowledge, or the classical dictum of know-thyself, is a pre-requisite in the journey of life. It comes without saying that now that th...

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Sentence: In the context of living a fulfilling life, both personally and professionally, one must be able to understand where he stands, measure his current abilities and plan how he reach his potential, or move to where he wants to be.
Description: The fragment he reach his is rare
Suggestion: Possible agreement error: Replace reach with verb, past tense

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