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What does it mean?
Prefers action over discussion regarding drug use.
In plain terms
I'd rather do drugs or not than talk about them.
What can you take from it?
Discussion about habits is less important than living them.

Where it applies

  • public scrutiny
  • personal boundaries

Putting it to work

  • setting boundaries
  • avoiding public debate

Questions to consider

  • Why avoid talking about your choices?
  • Is privacy more important than awareness?

Another view

Public dialogue can help reduce stigma.

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