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Age Quote by William S. Burroughs

“I awoke from The Sickness at the age of forty-five, calm and sane, and in reasonably good health except for a weakened liver and the look of borrowed flesh common to all who survive The Sickness...” quote by William S. Burroughs
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“I awoke from The Sickness at the age of forty-five, calm and sane, and in reasonably good health except for a weakened liver and the look of borrowed flesh common to all who survive The Sickness...”

William S. Burroughs

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Sickness, 1975

He describes surviving a severe illness, noting lingering physical effects but overall stability.

In simple terms: Survived illness, now stable.

Key Takeaway

Accept lingering effects while focusing on health.

Themes

health survival resilience

Mood

introspective hopeful

Type

personal reflective

When to use this quote

  • medical history
  • self‑assessment
  • life reflection

Key Concepts

post-illness recovery personal narrative

Questions to Reflect On

  • What habits helped your recovery?
  • How do you view your health now?
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