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What does it mean?
Welles states that overindulgence is an open habit rather than a hidden one.
In plain terms
Eating too much is not a secret behavior.
What can you take from it?
Some vices are so common that everyone knows about them.

Where it applies

  • health
  • behavior
  • self-awareness

Putting it to work

  • acknowledge flaws
  • stop hiding habits
  • be honest

Questions to consider

  • What habits do you pretend to hide?
  • Is it better to admit faults?

Another view

Some people do try to hide their gluttony.

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