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What does it mean?
The creator sets a moral standard for their work by considering if it would be acceptable to show their own children.
In plain terms
Only create things you are proud to show your family.
What can you take from it?
Filter your work through ethical personal standards.

Where it applies

  • content creation
  • public speech
  • media production

Putting it to work

  • review content standards
  • consider audience
  • act with integrity

Questions to consider

  • What would you hide from your children?
  • How do you define ashamed?

Another view

Personal standards may limit artistic exploration or difficult truths.

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