Quote by Albert Camus

I don't want to be a genius - I have enough problems just trying to be a man

I don't want to be a genius - I have enough problems just tr

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This quote expresses the sentiment that the speaker does not aspire to be a genius or exceptionally talented. Instead, they emphasize that their main focus and struggle lie in simply trying to be a regular, decent person. It suggests that fulfilling societal expectations and responsibilities as a human being is already challenging enough, and the speaker does not want to add the pressure of seeking exceptional intellectual achievements to their list of problems.

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