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Charles Bukowski Quotes

Biography: Charles Bukowski is known for his raw, gritty poetry and prose that re... more Biography: Charles Bukowski is known for his raw, gritty poetry and prose that reflect his experiences with the urban underclass. Born in Germany in 1920, he moved to the United States as a child and grew up in Los Angeles. Bukowski's work, often autobiographical, explores themes of alcoholism, relationships, and the drudgery of blue-collar jobs. He gained a cult following for his unvarnished, direct style. less
"What matters most is how well you walk through the fire."
Tags: Resilience, Perseverance, Determination, Courage, Strength
"Sometimes you climb out of bed in the morning and you think, I'm not going to make it, but you laugh inside, remembering all the times you've felt that way."
Tags: Motivation, Inspiration, Resilience, Perseverance, Positivity
"If you're losing your soul and you know it, then you've still got a soul left to lose."
Tags: Philosophy, Self-awareness, Mental health, Spirituality, Identity
"I wanted the whole world or nothing."
Tags: Determination, Passion, Ambition, Dreams, Goals
"We are here to drink beer. We are here to kill war. We are here to laugh at the odds and live our lives so well that Death will tremble to take us."
Tags: Life, Courage, Joy, Mortality, Fearlessness
"Find what you love and let it kill you."
Tags: Motivation, Inspiration, Self-discovery, Passion, Purpose
"You have to die a few times before you can really live."
Tags: Resilience, Life, Perspective, Growth, Self-discovery
"Some people never go crazy. What truly horrible lives they must lead."
Tags: Life, Happiness, Mental health, Mind, Conformity
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