Quote by Joe Pesci

I couldn't get any jobs, and when that happens, you get so humble it's disgusting. I didn't feel like a man anymore -- I felt really creepy. I was bumping into walls and saying, Excuse me.

I couldn't get any jobs, and when that happens, you get so h

Summary

This quote expresses the deep sense of disillusionment and loss of confidence experienced by someone who is struggling to find employment. The person's inability to secure a job has a profound effect on their self-esteem, leading them to feel emasculated and "creepy." They become so desperately humble in their circumstances that they lose their sense of self and struggle to assert their presence, as shown by the act of bumping into walls and repeatedly apologizing for inconveniencing others. This quote sheds light on the emotional and psychological impact of unemployment on an individual.

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By Joe Pesci

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