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Mastering the Self: The Greatest Victory of All
Dr.Vijayalakshmi Aluri, Winner of World Bank’s Projects competition, Author, Health Educator, Social worker and Gynecologist, Sri Sri Holistic Multi specialty Hospitals, Hyderabad.
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Plato once said, “The first and best victory is to conquer self.”
These words hold eternal wisdom, reminding us that the most formidable battles are not waged on battlefields but within our own minds. The struggle to control our emotions, overcome self-doubt, and master our impulses determines the path of our lives.
But self-mastery is not an overnight achievement. It requires resilience, discipline, and a deep understanding of oneself. Through the journey of Akhil, we can understand how one can rise above personal limitations and emerge victorious.
The Story of Akhil: A Battle Within
Akhil was a bright, ambitious young man, but his biggest enemy was not the competition — it was himself. Prone to anger, self-doubt, and procrastination, he found himself trapped in a cycle of regret. He would start new projects enthusiastically, only to abandon them halfway. His fear of failure kept…