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This reads as advice to protect your direction from noise and envy. It points to a simple discipline, keep moving toward what matters to you, and do not let criticism or resentment decide your pace. It lands when someone is working toward a goal and social pressure, mockery, or jealousy starts to pull their focus away from it.
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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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