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“I understood that as much as I had resisted the outside, as much as I had constricted my life, as much as I had closed and narrowed the channels into me, there were still many takers for the quiet heart.”

Quote by Steve Martin

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Steve Martin is a renowned American comedian, screenwriter, director, and musician, born on August 14, 1945. He has achieved great success in film, television, and theater, known for his unique sense of humor and acting skills. more

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