Quote by Jon Hamm

Losing both parents at a young age gave me a sense that you can't really control life - so you'd better live it while it's here. I stopped believing in a storybook existence a long time ago. All you can do is push in a direction and see what comes of it.

Losing both parents at a young age gave me a sense that you

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This quote reflects on the speaker's personal experience of losing both parents at a young age. It highlights how this difficult experience shaped their perspective on life and the understanding that life is unpredictable and beyond one's control. As a result, the quote emphasizes the importance of living in the present moment and taking active steps towards personal goals, rather than waiting for a perfect and idealized life. It suggests embracing uncertainty and being open to what unfolds in one's journey through life.

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