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What does it mean?
People who go on vacation often feel compelled to talk about it excessively.
In plain terms
People who vacation talk about it too much.
What can you take from it?
Others may feel obligated to share personal updates.

Where it applies

  • returning from trip
  • small talk
  • workplace

Putting it to work

  • listen politely to travel stories
  • ask specific questions

Questions to consider

  • Do you tend to share too much about your time off?
  • How do you react to others bragging about trips?

Another view

Not everyone feels the need to broadcast their travels.

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