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What does it mean?
One martini is fine, two is excessive, three is insufficient.
In plain terms
Drink one is okay, two too many, three not enough.
What can you take from it?
Moderation is a moving target.

Where it applies

  • social gatherings
  • personal limits

Putting it to work

  • set personal limits
  • drink mindfully

Questions to consider

  • What defines ‘enough’ for you?
  • Can humor mask harmful habits?

Another view

The joke ignores health risks.

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