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The great mistake most people make is the assumption that most people are sane. I know very few people who are sane — and only one man in my life who was really grown up. All the other people are terribly recognizable as kids who have learned grown-up ways of behaving.

John Cleese (b. 1939) English comedian, actor, screenwriter, producer
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If you want creative workers, give them enough time to play.

John Cleese (b. 1939) English comedian, actor, screenwriter, producer
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I’m struck by how laughter connects you with people. It’s almost impossible to maintain any kind of distance or any sense of social hierarchy when you’re just howling with laughter. Laughter is a force for democracy.

John Cleese (b. 1939) English comedian, actor, screenwriter, producer
The Human Face, 01×02 “Here’s Looking at You!” BBC TV (2001-03-14)
 
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I find it rather easy to portray a businessman. Being bland, rather cruel, and incompetent comes naturally to me.

John Cleese (b. 1939) English comedian, actor, screenwriter, producer
In Newsweek (15 Jun 1997)
 
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“Snowflake.” Yes, I’ve heard this word. I think sociopaths use it in an attempt to discredit the notion of empathy.

John Cleese (b. 1939) English comedian, actor, screenwriter, producer
Twitter (8 Jul 2018)
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