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When does self-expression become bragging?
We often encourage people to share their work, celebrate their achievements, and express themselves. Yet when they do, we sometimes accuse them of showing off.
In this article, I explore the difference between celebrating personal success and communicating superiority, questioning why we sometimes mistake our reactions to other people's achievements for evidence of their intentions.
Because sharing something you're proud of doesn't automatically mean you're bragging.
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