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Mike Birbiglia's Working It Out

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The Quest for Validation

This chapter explores the complexities of seeking validation through relationships and public attention, anchored by a documentary about infidelity and a man's quest for approval. It discusses the emotional toll of public perception on artists while contrasting superficial compliments with the value of genuine connections.

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