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Comment by Darkside on 100 Tips for a Better Life · 2020-12-24T15:45:51.465Z · LW · GW

It's a statement about the dangers of self-censorship.

If, for instance, your friend group has a common disdain for pop music, you might find that even in your private thoughts you are unwilling to consider whether or not you might like the latest Taylor Swift album.

This type of thought avoidance can be very subtle and insidious, and difficult to notice if you're not actively looking for it.