“What remains of your past if you didn't allow yourself to feel it when it happened? If you don't have your experiences in the moment, if you gloss them over with jokes or zoom past them, you end up with curiously dispassionate memories.”
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David Rakoff
David Rakoff was an American writer and humorist known for his sharp wit and introspective essays. He gained widespread recognition for his memoirs and essays that often delved into themes of illness, identity, and the human experience. Rakoff's writing style was marked by its humor and self-awareness, making him a unique figure in modern literature. more
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