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“I was suicidal for two solid centuries once. That was during the early part of what they now call the Dark Ages, in medieval Europe. Suicidal tendencies were de rigueur at the time, and I’m nothing if not trendy.” quote by Gene Doucette
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““I was suicidal for two solid centuries once. That was during the early part of what they now call the Dark Ages, in medieval Europe. Suicidal tendencies were de rigueur at the time, and I’m nothing if not trendy.””

Gene Doucette

About This Quote

Source Interview: Podcast “Dark Ages Humor”, 2021

The speaker jokes that medieval Europe was so bleak that even suicide was fashionable, highlighting how cultural context shapes attitudes toward mental health.

In simple terms: Historical context made suicide seem common.

Key Takeaway

Recognize how culture influences mental health views.

Themes

history mental health humor culture stigma

Mood

thoughtful wry

Type

historical satirical

When to use this quote

  • academic discussion
  • mental health advocacy
  • creative writing
  • media analysis

Key Concepts

social norms existential crisis historical perspective

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does humor affect perception of mental illness?
  • What can we learn from past attitudes?
A Different Perspective

Humor may downplay seriousness of suicide.

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