Quote by Jean Cocteau

Man seeks to escape himself in myth, and does so by any means at his disposal. Drugs, alcohol, or lies. Unable to withdraw into himself, he disguises himself. Lies and inaccuracy give him a few moments of comfort.

Man seeks to escape himself in myth, and does so by any mean

Summary

This quote suggests that humans resort to various means, such as drugs, alcohol, or deceit, in order to escape their own reality and existence. The inability to confront and find solace within themselves leads them to adopt different disguises or employ lies and inaccuracies to momentarily find comfort. It implies that these methods serve as temporary distractions from the truth, allowing individuals to evade facing their inner selves.

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Escape Escapism

By Jean Cocteau

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