"People do this a lot. They don't seem to realise that the future is just like now, but in a little while, so they say they're going to do things in anticipation of some kind of seismic shift in their worldview that never actually materializes. But everything's not going to be made of leather, the world won't stink of sherbet. Tomorrow is not some mythical kingdom where you'll grow butterfly wings and be able to talk to animals -- you'll basically feel pretty much the same way you do at the moment."

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Source: Wild emotions are all very well, Russell Brand, but then what? by Nick Cohen, www.theguardian.com. October 26, 2013.

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Russell Brand

Comedian, Actor

Russell Brand is a British comedian, actor, and author known for his provocative views on politics, spirituality, and society, particularly in works like 'Revolution'.

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