Some people avoid thinking deeply in public, only because they are afraid of coming across as suicidal.
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Mokokoma Mokhonoana.

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  • Fear — Understanding and overcoming the anxieties that hold us back
  • Humor — Witty observations and humorous takes on everyday life
  • Philosophy — Deep thoughts on existence, knowledge, and the nature of reality

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