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What does it mean?
People often fear or respect drunk individuals due to their lack of inhibition.
In plain terms
Drunk people get respect because they stop hiding their feelings.
What can you take from it?
Losing control can command unexpected attention.

Where it applies

  • social gatherings
  • public spaces
  • conflict

Putting it to work

  • maintain composure
  • observe reactions
  • set boundaries

Questions to consider

  • Why do we fear the uncontrolled?
  • What is real?

Another view

Most drunk behavior is ignored or punished rather than respected.

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