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What does it mean?
He prioritizes his own freedom and expression over fitting others' expectations.
In plain terms
He does not want others' opinions to limit him.
What can you take from it?
Personal freedom outweighs external approval.

Where it applies

  • making personal choices
  • dealing with criticism
  • artistic decisions

Putting it to work

  • trust your own judgment
  • ignore public opinion

Questions to consider

  • Whose opinion matters most to you?
  • What limits your freedom?

Another view

Ignoring others completely can lead to isolation.

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