As I become Strong, Strength gives me Autonomy. Now that I have Autonomy, I must act with Integrity so that I do not infringe on other individuals acting autonomously and with integrity. This forbearance from interfering with the autonomy of others is Justice, which I expect from them in return. In choosing among goals with Integrity, I must willfully embrace Right Prioritization, choosing to choose with Integrity. A society of individuals acting in this way will be Interdependently Effective.
-- Don Appleman, in my essay "The Ideal Strong Person", submitted with my application to test in April for 4th Dan in Taekwondo (8 February 2025)
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