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What does it mean?
Tree boasts about someone modeling themselves after him. It shows vanity and a belief in his own superiority.
In plain terms
He is happy that someone copies him.
What can you take from it?
Being copied can feel like a compliment but also shows pride.

Where it applies

  • receiving praise
  • noticing someone mimicking you
  • social compliment

Putting it to work

  • recognizing influence
  • accepting compliments

Questions to consider

  • Does imitation flatter you?
  • How does pride affect perception?

Another view

It reveals excessive self-focus.

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