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The concept of self-improvement can be traced back through millennia, where philosophers and religious leaders distilled profound truths into parables and teaching tools. For centuries, these ideals helped shape the morals of their communities—coming from a place of genuine altruism aimed to guide others toward betterment. However, as modern society progressed through phases of urbanization and secularism, traditional modes of imparting wisdom needed an update.