Madonna's got one big choice. Take a couple of years off and become a human being.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Bernhard suggests Madonna needs to step away from fame to reconnect with ordinary human experiences.
- In plain terms
- Take time off to live like a normal person instead of staying famous.
- What can you take from it?
- Ground yourself in reality to maintain authenticity.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does it mean to be human in the spotlight?
Another view
High-profile careers often make true disconnection impossible.
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