Quote by Chuck Palahniuk

I used to work in a funeral home to feel good about myself, just the fact that I was breathing.

I used to work in a funeral home to feel good about myself,

Summary

This quote reflects on the speaker's occupation at a funeral home as a means of finding personal validation and gratitude for simply being alive. By being in proximity to death and constantly confronted with mortality, the speaker derives a sense of appreciation for their own existence. Their job serves as a reminder of the fragility and value of life, bringing them a sense of contentment and self-worth.

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By Chuck Palahniuk

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