Quote by Dave Grohl

I mean, I never liked being told what to do. It's one of the reasons I dropped out of school. Give me something to assemble, I won't look at the directions, I'll try to figure it out by myself. It's why I love Ikea furniture.

I mean, I never liked being told what to do. It's one of the

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This quote reflects the speaker's personality and attitude towards authority and independence. They express a rebellious nature and a resistance towards following instructions or conforming to traditional education. The speaker prefers to rely on their own problem-solving skills and autonomy to tackle challenges. They appreciate the self-assembly aspect of Ikea furniture, as it allows them the freedom to figure things out on their own terms.

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