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The speaker is saying that it is upsetting to watch people honor a heritage without really understanding it. The line also suggests that genuine appreciation should be based on knowledge, not just identification or celebration.
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About Ryan Holiday
American marketer and author
Ryan Clark Holiday is an American marketer and author. He became known for presenting Stoicism as a practical philosophy for modern life, especially through the teachings associated with the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius. His work centers on making Stoicism accessible to contemporary readers and on marketing ideas about disciplined, reflective living. He is known for promoting that tradition in a way that connects ancient philosophy with present-day concerns.
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Books by Ryan Holiday
The Obstacle is the Way
2014
Ego is the Enemy
2016
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2012
Stillness Is the Key
2019
Perennial Seller
2017