Quote by Kurt Vonnegut

I had made her so unhappy that she had developed a sense of humor. [-Rabo Karabekian]

I had made her so unhappy that she had developed a sense of

Summary

In this quote from Rabo Karabekian, he reflects on his role in making someone so unhappy that she developed a sense of humor. This statement implies that adversity and unhappiness can be transformative, leading individuals to develop resilience and find lightness in life. It suggests that humor can arise as a defense mechanism or coping mechanism in response to difficult experiences, highlighting the power of laughter to combat and overcome challenges.

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