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Vita Sackville-West

I worshipped dead men for their strength, forgetting I was strong.

Strength

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The speaker admired the power of people who had passed away, focusing on their achievements rather than recognizing their own abilities. This shows how they overlooked their own inner strength by comparing themselves to others who were no longer alive.

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