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Alcoholic Quote by Tracey Emin

“I remember, when I was about ten years old, working out that I would be thirty-six in the year 2000. It seemed so far away, so old, so unreal. And here I am, a fucked, crazy, anorexic-alcoholic-childless beautiful woman. I never dreamed it would be like this.” quote by Tracey Emin
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““I remember, when I was about ten years old, working out that I would be thirty-six in the year 2000. It seemed so far away, so old, so unreal. And here I am, a fucked, crazy, anorexic-alcoholic-childless beautiful woman. I never dreamed it would be like this.””

Tracey Emin

About This Quote

Source Interview: “The Last Great Adventure” (2015)

She reflects on youthful expectations versus harsh reality.

In simple terms: Dreams change as life unfolds.

Key Takeaway

Accept change and seek new purpose.

Themes

expectation reality identity

Mood

melancholic honest

Type

personal confessional

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • mental health
  • creative pursuits

Key Concepts

existentialism self‑reflection

Questions to Reflect On

  • What expectations have you outgrown?
  • How do you define success now?
A Different Perspective

Idealized futures often ignore present challenges.

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