As a child, Dan loved to prance around the neighborhood wearing silly outfits. As he got older, he realized that he couldn't continue that kind of behavior unless he found some more socially acceptable place for it. Upon realizing this, Dan decided to pursue a career as a circus clown. According to Freud, Dan's ego, which operates on the reality principle, is responsible for finding a socially acceptable outlet for his desire to run around wearing silly outfits.

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This statement is consistent with Freud's theory of the ego, which aims to find realistic and socially acceptable ways to satisfy the id's desires. In Dan's case, he recognized the need to adapt his behavior to fit societal norms and pursued a career that allowed him to express his love for costumes and performance in a socially acceptable way.

As a Child, Dan Loved to Prance Around the Neighborhood