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What does it mean?
Your unique traits are valuable; losing them makes you boring.
In plain terms
Stay true to yourself because normal is dull.
What can you take from it?
Celebrate your individuality.

Where it applies

  • personal growth
  • creative fields
  • social interactions

Putting it to work

  • develop personal style
  • avoid conformity

Questions to consider

  • What makes you unique?
  • Are you hiding parts of yourself?

Another view

Sometimes blending in is necessary for safety or harmony.

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