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What does it mean?
The speaker uses self-deprecating humor to imagine reincarnation as a specific type of clothing.
In plain terms
If I were born again as fabric, I want to be a bra.
What can you take from it?
Self-deprecating humor can be used to connect with an audience.

Where it applies

  • public speaking
  • interviews
  • social media

Putting it to work

  • use humor to disarm
  • accept physical traits
  • engage the audience

Questions to consider

  • How do you use humor in public?
  • Is self-deprecation effective?

Another view

This type of humor may not be appropriate for all professional contexts.

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