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After a few months in my parents basement, I took an apartment near the state university, where I discovered both crysta
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"After a few months in my parents' basement, I took an apartment near the state university, where I discovered both crystal methamphetamine and conceptual art. Either one of these things are dangerous, but in combination they have the potential to destroy entire civilizations"

- David Sedaris

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In this quote, the speaker reflects on a time in their life when they were living in their parents' basement. They then relocated to an apartment or condo near a state university, where they were exposed to 2 very various things: crystal methamphetamine and conceptual art. The speaker acknowledges that both of these things can be dangerous on their own, but when integrated, they have the power to damage entire civilizations. This statement highlights the harmful nature of addiction and the possible consequences of delighting in hazardous compounds. It likewise talks to the power of art and its capability to affect and impact individuals and society as a whole. In general, the quote serves as a cautionary tale about the risks of compound abuse and the value of bearing in mind the impacts in our lives.

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David Sedaris This quote is written / told by David Sedaris somewhere between December 26, 1956 and today. He was a famous Writer from USA. The author also have 3 other quotes.

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