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This reads as encouragement to trust your own abilities before waiting for outside approval. It can be taken to mean that self-belief is not arrogance, but a way of standing on firmer ground when doubts are loud. It lands when someone is hesitating before a decision, a presentation, or any step that asks for courage.
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Originally said in English.
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About Matshona Dhliwayo
Matshona Dhliwayo is a Zimbabwean writer and poet. Their work explores themes of identity, colonialism, and the African experience, blending poetic language with sharp social commentary. Known for their evocative and often provocative verse, they challenge conventional narratives about African literature.
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