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What does it mean?
We are often foolish, and April fools day reminds us.
In plain terms
We act silly most of the year.
What can you take from it?
Don't take yourself too seriously.

Where it applies

  • celebrations
  • mistakes

Putting it to work

  • humor in life
  • humility

Questions to consider

  • How serious are you?

Another view

Not everyone is foolish often.

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