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What does it mean?
The speaker jokes about physical development not being part of the school curriculum despite personal interest.
In plain terms
I wanted to learn about growing up at school but it was not taught.
What can you take from it?
Schools often skip practical life lessons about development.

Where it applies

  • school discussions
  • teenage questions
  • personal growth

Putting it to work

  • discussing education gaps
  • relatable comedy

Questions to consider

  • What topics are missing from school?
  • How do you learn about growing up?

Another view

The joke assumes a specific school system context.

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