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What does it mean?
Society often judges people by material wealth rather than character.
In plain terms
People judge you by what you own not who you are.
What can you take from it?
Expect judgment based on possessions.

Where it applies

  • social settings
  • career
  • community

Putting it to work

  • focus on inner values
  • don't seek validation
  • define success internally

Questions to consider

  • How do I judge others?
  • What matters most to me?

Another view

Many people value character over wealth.

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