Quote by Christopher Hitchens

Millions of people die every day. Everyone's got to go sometime. I've came by this particular tumor honestly. If you smoke, which I did for many years very heavily with occasional interruption, and if you use alcohol, you make yourself a candidate for it in your sixties.

Millions of people die every day. Everyone's got to go somet

Summary

In this quote, the speaker acknowledges the reality of mortality and the inevitability of death for everyone. They attribute their own specific circumstances, having developed a tumor, to their past habits and choices. By openly admitting to smoking heavily and consuming alcohol, the speaker acknowledges that these behaviors increase the likelihood of health risks, such as developing a tumor later in life. Through this candid reflection, the quote highlights the connection between individual actions and the potential consequences they may have on one's health.

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