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“After you die, your body is just there. Isn't it kind of embarrassing that your body is going to be there and you have no say or control over it? Somebody's going to have to deal with it. I've always respected people who kill themselves and find a way to get rid of the body. Very clean. Lost at sea. I can see why they do that. There's nothing left.”

Quote by Laurel Nakadate

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Laurel Nakadate

Laurel Nakadate is an American artist known for her unique photographic style and research into human emotions. Her work often focuses on personal relationships and identity, capturing moments from everyday life to reveal the complexity and fragility of human nature. more

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