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What does it mean?
The author worries that popularity will make them less careful with their words.
In plain terms
Gaining fame might make me say silly things without realizing it.
What can you take from it?
Stay humble and self-aware as your influence grows.

Where it applies

  • becoming famous
  • leadership
  • writing publicly

Putting it to work

  • set personal rules
  • seek honest feedback

Questions to consider

  • How does fame change people?
  • What makes you lose self-control?

Another view

Popularity does not always change how you think.

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