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What does it mean?
The speaker dislikes insincere speech that feels rehearsed.
In plain terms
I hate it when you practice what you say.
What can you take from it?
Insincere speech undermines trust.

Where it applies

  • conflict
  • interpersonal

Putting it to work

  • direct communication
  • being genuine

Questions to consider

  • Do you hide behind words?
  • Why practice this speech?

Another view

Preparation is not always insincerity.

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