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title: "Hitler: (biting into a bagel) First of all, Larry, I don't know what … — Jon Stewart Quote #47 | QuotesBy.net"
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> # Hitler: (biting into a bagel) First of all, Larry, I don't know what I was so afraid of. These are delicious!!!

[Jon Stewart](https://quotesby.net/Jon-Stewart)\#47

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## About this quote

What does it mean?The character expresses surprise at enjoying something he initially feared, highlighting a change in perspective.In plain termsHe was scared to try it but found it tasty instead.What can you take from it?Trying feared things can lead to pleasant surprises.

### Where it applies

- meeting new people
- trying new food
- facing phobias

### Putting it to work

- taste test
- exposure therapy

### Questions to consider

- When did you fear something that turned out fine?
- How do biases shape initial judgments?

### Another view

It ignores the serious historical context of the character name used.

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