The Strongest Lion

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Author

Charlie Ifrah
May 19, 2025

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In the wild, poachers hunt the strongest lion and the rarest rhino. They target power, rarity, and competence because these qualities stand out; they command attention, admiration, and envy. This is not just a lesson from the wilderness; it's a profound metaphor for life.

When you strive to excel, achieve, or elevate yourself above the average, you naturally become a target for those who feel threatened by your success. Competence exposes incompetence. Strength highlights weakness. When you become formidable, criticism and opposition often follow—but so does meaningful influence and genuine respect.

The journey toward greatness demands that you withstand challenges, including others' attempts to diminish or undermine your strength.

Adversity, envy, and criticism should not deter you. Instead, see them as evidence of your growth. Expect resistance, build resilience, and keep a clear perspective. Use criticism as a chance to check your direction, make improvements, and reinforce your goals.

The stronger you become, the more likely you'll face resistance, but also the more capable you'll become of handling it.

Stay strong, stay competent, and keep growing. Let the attempts to bring you down be reminders that you're doing something remarkable. Embrace your strength, knowing it's proof of your courage and impact. In life, as in the wild, being targeted means you're powerful enough to matter.

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