Don't join too many gangs. Join few if any. Join the United States and join the family - But not much in between, unless a college.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Avoid joining many groups; stick to a few, especially the nation and family, unless college offers a middle ground.
- In plain terms
- Join few groups, mainly family and country, unless in college.
- What can you take from it?
- Limit affiliations to maintain focus.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What groups truly support you?
- When is broader affiliation beneficial?
Another view
Overly prescriptive; many find value in diverse networks.
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