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The speaker says they have spent a long time trying to feel at ease in life, only to realize that the world is not perfect or comforting. The line suggests disappointment, but also a kind of acceptance that the problem is not just personal. It frames self-acceptance as difficult when reality itself can feel flawed.
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Originally said in English.
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About Simon Amstell
English comedian, writer and director
Simon Marc Amstell is an English comedian, writer, and director. He is known for his work in television and film, and for presenting Popworld and Never Mind the Buzzcocks. He wrote and directed the films Carnage (2017) and Benjamin (2018). Across his career, his work has centered on comedy and popular culture, especially in television presenting and screenwriting.
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