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What does it mean?
The speaker avoids drinking water by claiming it is contaminated by animal waste.
In plain terms
I don't drink water because it's dirty.
What can you take from it?
Disgust can be used to justify any habit.

Where it applies

  • avoiding drinks
  • picky eating
  • making excuses

Putting it to work

  • check actual risks
  • don't let disgust rule
  • question habits

Questions to consider

  • What health rules do you follow blindly?
  • Is disgust rational here?

Another view

It ignores that water treatment makes it safe.

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