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What does it mean?
Evil or temptation often appears pleasant and skilled.
In plain terms
Bad people can be charming and graceful.
What can you take from it?
Appeal does not guarantee safety.

Where it applies

  • meeting strangers
  • assessing risks
  • facing temptation

Putting it to work

  • checking charm for safety
  • noticing warning signs

Questions to consider

  • How do you spot danger?
  • Is charm a shield?

Another view

It assumes all charm hides malice.

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