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can look forward to a better future, both individually

and collectively. However we go as individuals, so go
our organizations.

THE POWER OF REPETITION

Of course, we need to respect the fact that strength
training, whether physical or psychological, takes time.
Building deep strengths requires a sustained effort,

much like what’s involved in building a muscular, well-
defined physique.

For example, nobody thinks in terms of developing

strong biceps by lifting 15,000 pounds all at once, just
one time. Instead, you lift maybe 50 pounds…for 10
repetitions…three times a week…for 10 weeks.
Same total amount of weight lifted—15,000 pounds—

but according to a regimen that builds muscle and
increases your strength rather than breaking your back.

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