My husband gave me a necklace. It's fake. I requested fake. Maybe I'm paranoid, but in this day and age, I don't want something around my neck that's worth more than my head.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker requested a fake necklace to avoid danger from a valuable one around her neck.
- In plain terms
- She prefers fake jewelry for safety over valuable pieces.
- What can you take from it?
- Safety can outweigh value in personal accessories.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do you value more, safety or style?
- How do you protect yourself?
Another view
The fear may be exaggerated in typical situations.
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