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What does it mean?
The speaker notes their routine would seem insane to outsiders, though harmless.
In plain terms
If people knew our daily routine, they would think we are harmless madmen.
What can you take from it?
Unconventional habits can seem crazy to others but feel normal inside.

Where it applies

  • living differently
  • feeling misunderstood
  • having odd habits

Putting it to work

  • accepting self
  • writing about isolation
  • questioning norms

Questions to consider

  • Are you truly different or just misunderstood?
  • What makes something sane or insane?

Another view

It assumes the world is always right about what is sane.

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