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What does it mean?
Pogo represents the kind, simple person we imagine ourselves to be.
In plain terms
We see our best qualities in this character.
What can you take from it?
Identify with the positive traits in others.

Where it applies

  • reading comics
  • character analysis

Putting it to work

  • self-reflection
  • storytelling

Questions to consider

  • Who do you think you are?
  • What traits define you?

Another view

It assumes everyone sees themselves this way.

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