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This can be taken to mean that worry is not just unpleasant, it actively drains the strength needed for action. The quote reads as a warning that anxiety can become a substitute for progress, using up the very energy that could have gone into solving the problem. It lands when someone is stuck rehearsing fears instead of taking the next practical step.
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About Sunday Adelaja
Sunday Adelaja is a Nigerian-American entrepreneur and author. She co-founded a tech company focused on financial inclusion for underserved communities and writes about leadership, innovation, and purpose-driven work. Her insights blend practical business strategy with a human-centered approach.
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