When the wine goes in, strange things come out.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Intoxication removes social filters, revealing hidden thoughts or behaviors.
- In plain terms
- Drinking makes people show their true sides.
- What can you take from it?
- Substances can reveal hidden truths.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does alcohol reveal about people?
- How do you manage your inhibitions?
Another view
Not all strange things revealed are true or important.
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