"Définir c'est limiter."
— Oscar Wilde
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When you define something, you create boundaries around it that might prevent it from being anything else. Imagine you have a plant that could grow into various shapes, but you put it in a small pot. The pot limits how big and wide the plant can grow. Similarly, when you label or categorize people, places, or ideas too strictly, you might not see their full potential or allow them to change and grow. For example, if you say someone is only a 'math student,' you might overlook their ability in music or sports. It's important to stay open-minded because people and things can have many different aspects that might surprise you. So, try not to box them in with strict definitions.
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