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Oral Sex Quote by Augusten Burroughs

“You know what we need? We need to get jobs, get the fuck out of that crazy house,' Natalie said, dipping a McNugget into her sauce. Yeah, right. Jobs doing what? Our only skills are oral sex and restraining agitated psychotics.” quote by Augusten Burroughs
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““You know what we need? We need to get jobs, get the fuck out of that crazy house,' Natalie said, dipping a McNugget into her sauce. Yeah, right. Jobs doing what? Our only skills are oral sex and restraining agitated psychotics.””

Augusten Burroughs

About This Quote

Source Novel: Running with Scissors, 2002

A character cynically describes the desperation for stable employment while highlighting the absurdity of their limited skill set.

In simple terms: Desperation for work meets absurd self‑assessment.

Key Takeaway

Seek realistic skills and opportunities.

Themes

employment desperation absurdity self‑assessment

Mood

cynical darkly humorous

Type

satirical social commentary

When to use this quote

  • job search
  • career counseling
  • skill development
  • mental health support

Key Concepts

social critique economic pressure identity crisis

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do limited opportunities shape self‑image?
  • What realistic steps can break this cycle?
A Different Perspective

The humor may mask deeper systemic issues.

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