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Using Superior Sun Tzu’s Epic Way in Challenges

Leverage Timeless Strategies for Modern-Day Success

Philip A. Christensen
4 min readSep 5, 2024
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Uncertainty and fear can paralyze the mind.

The emotional conflicts within our minds, such as fear, anxiety, and doubt, resemble the chaos and uncertainty of a battlefield.

The idea of using these emotions to gain a strategic advantage is valid. Adapting it to personal life requires more nuance than simply applying a military principle.

Continuing with military metaphors, we can equate inner conflicts to a divided army.
This highlights the vulnerability of a person in such a state.

Sun Tzu emphasizes the importance of unity and cohesion in an army. A divided army is vulnerable and easy to defeat.

Someone who lacks self-confidence and personal resources can be easily overwhelmed.

Comparing this principle to inner conflicts is a logical and valid extension, even though Sun Tzu does not directly discuss emotional conflicts. He speaks more about the importance of discipline and coordination to ensure victory in battles.

Lack of control is seen as a cause of emotional turmoil.
Discipline and strategic planning are suggested as solutions.

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Philip A. Christensen
Philip A. Christensen

Written by Philip A. Christensen

Author and coach, I write for ambitious solopreneurs, creative freelancers, and overwhelmed leaders who want to know how to deal with their self-sabotage.

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