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What does it mean?
The speaker worries that when personal beliefs become mainstream, their own judgment may be compromised.
In plain terms
When my beliefs become popular, I doubt my judgment.
What can you take from it?
Beware of conformity influencing personal convictions.

Where it applies

  • political activism
  • cultural trends

Putting it to work

  • reflect on why you hold a belief

Questions to consider

  • Do popular ideas become your own, or do you adopt them?

Another view

It assumes mainstream acceptance always erodes personal insight.

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