It doesn't have as much fat as the Haagen-Dazs, does it?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- He compares the fat content of ice cream brands as a trivial concern.
- In plain terms
- Does this ice cream have less fat than Haagen-Dazs?
- What can you take from it?
- Small comparisons can distract from bigger issues.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why focus on small choices when life is hard?
- What are you avoiding by comparing ice cream?
Another view
The brand name dates the text and limits its timeless appeal.
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