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Quote by Wendy Wasserstein

“being funny is a way of being liked and a way of dealing with sadness.”

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Wendy Wasserstein was an American playwright born on October 18, 1950, and passed away on January 30, 2006. Known for her insightful characterizations and humorous touch, her works include 'The Heidi Chronicles' and 'The Sisters Rosensweig'. Wasserstein's plays often explore themes of female identity, career choices, and family life. more

“Personally I don't spend much time thinking about being funny. For me it's always been just a way to get by, a way to be likable yet to remain removed. When I speak up, it's not because I have any particular answers; rather, I have a desire to puncture the pretentiousness of those who seem so certain they do.”

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“Sloth is the fastest-growing lifestyle movement in the world, and that's because it is completely doable. If you embrace sloth, it's the last thing you'll ever have to do again.”

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“A diet counselor once told me that all overweight people are angry with their mothers and channel their frustrations into overeating. So I guess that means all thin people are happy, calm, and have resolved their Oedipal entanglements.”

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