Any 'artist' makes a living by expressing what others can't

Chuck Palahniuk
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Any 'artist' makes a living by expressing what others can't - because they're unaware of their feelings, they're too afraid to express those feelings, or they lack the skills to communicate and be understood. ✨ Chuck Palahniuk answers your questions about everything but his books. AV Club Interview, www.avclub.com. June 12, 2007.
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