USER USES FOOL, BUT WHO’S REALLY THE FOOL? PC.447 EARNEST MANN’S: ADVANCED PERCEPTION EP.4

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The Hidden Dangers of Associating with Fools and Feeding Fragile Egos

Hey folks, this is Earnest Mann. In this episode, I'm tackling something that hits harder than people realize — the psychological cost of ego-driven relationships and how foolish associations can completely derail your life. It’s not about chance or luck. It’s about perception, ego, and the hidden dynamics we often ignore.

Why Some People Attract Trouble — And Why It’s Not Coincidence

I kick things off with the idea that "luck" is often just your perceptual sensitivity. When you sharpen that, you stop mistaking ego-fueled dysfunction for normal behavior. We all know someone who keeps fools around — but why? The answer often lies in insecure self-image and the ego boost they get from surrounding themselves with the less fortunate or less intelligent.

The Real-Life Story Hollywood Would Never Tell You

Back in the 80s, while working in Hollywood, I met a producer — let’s call him Roy — who surrounded himself with a stunning but naive young woman named Betty. What seemed like a casual arrangement turned out to be a toxic power game. Roy used her beauty and foolishness to gratify his ego and please his clients. Eventually, it caught up with him — badly. Betty unknowingly leaked secrets to a journalist, Roy faced federal charges, and it all ended in absolute ruin.

The Fool and the Puppet Master

This episode is more than storytelling — it’s a warning. Every fool is a tool in someone else's game, and often, the real danger lies with the puppet master behind the scenes. Whether you're in Hollywood or your hometown, the same rules apply: beware the fool and even more so, the one who uses them.

Final Thoughts: Strengthen Your Perception or Pay the Price

When your perception is sharp, you’re never truly bored — because you start to notice what others miss. Whether it's dysfunctional friendships or dangerous ego games, your perception can save you from costly mistakes. And always remember the question I leave you with: Who really is the greater fool?

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