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What does it mean?
A grim acknowledgment of the dangers of fame, anticipating potential harm from unstable individuals.
In plain terms
I might get hurt by a crazy person because of my fame.
What can you take from it?
Fame can attract dangerous attention.

Where it applies

  • discussing safety
  • warning others
  • reflecting on fame

Putting it to work

  • stay alert
  • seek security
  • value privacy

Questions to consider

  • Is fame worth the risk?
  • How do you stay safe?

Another view

Most famous people do not face this level of threat.

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